This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page The content on this page is intended to healthcare professionals and equivalents 2024 – FUJIFILM Australia has installed the first Fujifilm Open MRI machine in Australia at Altus Medical Imaging in Gladesville This comes as Fujifilm celebrates its 20th Anniversary operating in Australia The new Fujifilm Aperto Lucent Open MRI machine is the first of its kind installed in Australia by Fujifilm the Open MRI machine is designed to alleviate some of the more common issues with traditional MRI machines The open design is particularly effective for patients with mobility issues Altus Medical Imaging includes the Fujifilm Aperto Lucent Open MRI machine the Fujifilm Amulet Sophinity Mammography system as well as Fujifilm CT The clinic is outfitted to be a one-stop shop for medical diagnostics in Sydney “We are thrilled to introduce the Fujifilm Aperto Lucent Open MRI This state-of-the-art system is designed to alleviate the stress and discomfort often associated with traditional MRIs the Aperto Lucent offers a more comfortable and spacious environment making it ideal for patients who experience claustrophobia this groundbreaking technology delivers precise and high-quality imaging results allowing us to offer the best in care and diagnostics.” Said Dr Behnam Moharami Consultant Radiologist at Altus Medical Imaging Visiting Sydney for the opening of Altus Medical Imaging “Fujifilm commits to advancing the medical field and enhancing healthcare worldwide through our variety of products and services The latest technology and high-quality medical services provided by Altus Medical Imaging will be an important base for supporting the local community's health.” “FUJIFILM Australia is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year; we’re very proud of the ongoing work in this country and the desire to adopt new technology here” As part of his visit for Fujifilm’s 20th anniversary celebration Goto attended Altus Medical Imaging to officially open the centre and meet with doctors and staff the Fujifilm Aperto Lucent Open MRI machine is smaller and less restrictive than a traditional MRI machine It is also built with the latest Fujifilm diagnostic technology that greatly reduces the time and exposure of the patient in the machine which allows semi-automated examinations to simplify the scanning process Due to the smaller size of the machine and lower magnetic field strength when compared to traditional MRI With the average life expectancy of Australians steadily increasing year-on-year[1] medical technology is playing a more important role in ensuring the health of our nation.  FUJIFILM Australia said “Working with the team at Altus Medical Imaging has been wonderful Their dedication to getting the best diagnostic equipment to serve the people of Sydney is inspiring.” “Australia has always been an early adopter of technology for Fujifilm so we’re proud to have so many state-of-the-art pieces of medical technology in one place.” Matoba added Altus Medical Imaging is now open for patients in the Gladesville area FUJIFILM Australia is working with hospitals and clinics around the country to ensure that the latest diagnostic technology is available for those who need it most [1] Source – Australian Bureau of Statistics all FUJIFILM entities in Australia acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today The five-bedroom house at 3 Shackel Avenue was sold by a lady who had lived there since the 1960s. The Gladesville home set on 640 square metres offered water views and was advertised with a price guide of $4.25 million. At auction, a family began proceedings with an offer of $4.1 million. But with no other bids forthcoming, the home was passed in and taken to post-auction negotiations. After a quick negotiation, the family bought the home for $4.25 million, its reserve price, McGrath Ryde selling agent Robert Bagala said. He believed the family plans to enjoy the home in its current form. Other parties who had inspected the home had been hoping to knock it down and rebuild, or build a duplex, while some planned to live in the existing home and make enhancements, he said. Why it’s a better time to buy a home right now 'Untouched' for decades, this Aussie home has sold for $1.6 million Finally his day: Buyer who lost nine auctions wins $3.8m Newtown stunner “The property was across the road from waterfronts and had sweeping 180-degree views over the rooftop of the water,” he said. “[The seller] enjoyed that tranquil little pocket since the ’60s.” He thought buyers were feeling hopeful about interest rates starting to come down in the near future. Although stock levels have been slightly increasing, demand still outpaces supply, he said. “Our pocket of Sydney has been quite resilient, and it appears to be bucking the trend of the auction clearance rates.” Gladesville’s median house price hit $2,785,000 in June, Domain data shows, up 13.7 per cent over the past year. In Willoughby, a young family looking to upsize paid $6.15 million for a renovated family home. 3 Baths1 ParkingView listing The five-bedroom house at 22 Tyneside Avenue had a price guide of $4.5 million Eleven parties registered but the auction began with a bullish bid of $5 million which knocked some hopefuls out of the race Three parties traded offers in mostly $100,000 increments until the hammer fell DiJones Willoughby selling agent Daniel Campbell said most of the buyer interest had been from upsizing young families who were drawn to the character and charm of the home plus the modern comforts of the renovation He said although 1920s Californian Bungalow style homes were synonymous with the suburb there had not been a renovated family home like this for sale for some time “It was highlighting a gap in the market,” he said It is definitely what we call a multi-speed market where the really popular homes are going to sell incredibly well and homes that have got a few asterisks against them are going to find it tough “[This auction] is a great example of a good home selling really well.” Willoughby’s median house price is $3,219,000 a large two-level apartment sold under the hammer for $1,202,000 Seven bidders registered and five made offers on the two-bedroom home at 9/119-135 Church Street, advertised with a price guide of $1.08 million. 2 Baths1 ParkingView listing The first bid was at $1.1 million and the price rose in a range of increments as small as $1000, passing the reserve of $1.15 million. An upsizer won the keys, BresicWhitney Inner West selling agent Renae Dickey said. The sellers had owned the home for 10 years and lived there as tenants for a year prior, then had the chance to buy the home from their then-landlord. She said the size of the home was an attraction, as the upstairs/downstairs layout with study helped the home to feel spacious. Its location near the University of Sydney and the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, and walking distance to Newtown, was another drawcard. “The market is patchy at the moment but good properties are still drawing a crowd,” she said. “People have learnt over the last few years and especially since COVID that it is better to be in the market than out and waiting. “As long as you are looking to buy and hold for a sensible period of time there is no perfect time to get into the market.” 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 Transport for NSW is proposing a number of safety and congestion improvements at the intersection of Gladesville Road and Joubert Street (south) Hunters Hill - proposed changes mapImage controls: We’re inviting the community to provide feedback on these proposed safety improvements: See the notification for more information here (PDF, 392.84 KB) Joubert and Church Streets experiences heavy congestion and delays due to current traffic flow movements through the area.  Based on feedback from Council and the community Transport has identified potential improvements to the intersection to increase pedestrian safety especially for students crossing both the Burns Bay Road exit ramp and Joubert Street (north) towards the nearby bus stop 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 we would like to provide construction updates to the community via email Distribution Lists  Gladesville Rd and Joubert St (south) Hunters Hill Safety Improvement Email ListValues to always add Personal Information Collection Notice: Transport for NSW is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal and health information is managed according to law. 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Sydney Gladesville welcomed Village Days Brewing Co in 2023 and the head brewer is a traditionally trained German Brewmaster – so know that your frothy beers are legit Founded by experienced homebrewer and beer lover Dan Smith Village Days Brewing Co aims to bring together Ryde locals for fresh “Our beers are inspired by the rich history of our area and bring together the best ingredients from around the world alongside a relentless focus on quality,” says Smith Bring your village and come knock back a coupla cold ones Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Sydney newsletter for more news, food & drink inspo and activity ideas Thanks for subscribing! 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Follow the topics, people and companies that matter to you. as well as an expansive range of folk instruments such as banjos Gladesville Guitar Factory also has an incredible array of effects pedals and accessories not to mention their stellar repair service and music tuition facility Read more features, columns and interviews here. this family owned business has maintained a legacy of creating a down-to-earth as well as a passionate commitment to excellent customer service Providing Sydney with a home for niche instruments Gladesville Guitar Factory is a crucial part of the city’s retail landscape and their product knowledge is second to none Gladesville Guitar Factory has a pretty incredible legacy having been owned and run by your family since 1972 What does that history mean to you and how does it play into the way you run your business When we first started out we didn’t know that we would still be around in 50 years time It was something we enjoyed doing at the time and were passionate about On reflection it is the long term relationships you build with customers and the opportunity to share your passion with the people you work with how is your business evolving and what elements are important for you to keep the same The constant evolution is mostly technological and the need to share information clearly in-house content as we can using photography and video We also recently updated our website to create a simpler shopping experience and provide easy access to most things in-store It’s valuable to see high quality images and details particularly for people shopping online and using social media Our big strength is our team and sales team on the floor and it’s important to keep the customer facing side of the business as our heart and soul GGF has an impressive range of Bluegrass instruments What can you tell us about your connection with Bluegrass and how important is it to the business We discovered in the early days that there was a dearth of folk instruments available in the Australian market so we decided to specialise in this area This combined with the fact that we had built good relationships with many of the famous country We were the first music shop to exhibit at the Tamworth Country Music Festival at its inception back in the early ‘70s It just built from there and we now are the agents for many leading brands including Gold Tone A post shared by GLADESVILLE GUITAR FACTORY (@theguitarfactory) you have a very expansive online store that has a great collection of gear How have you gone about building trust with your online customers and how crucial has that been for GGF in recent years We are still predominantly a bricks and mortar store with an online presence which is growing We are constantly looking to source new and unique products to expand our offerings Your website states that you can fix just about anything your customers can break tell us about who does the repairs at GGF and the well known attention to detail they put into their craft We are fortunate to have Isaac Ware running the repair shop He is in such demand [that] his waiting list sometimes blows out to several months.We have a long history of repairing and servicing stringed instruments dating back to the late fifties under the original name of  De Kroo Bros Music Isaac approaches a job from a unique perspective unlike most other repairers I have encountered insight and dedication to achieving perfection is always a source of amazement to us GGF is also home to an excellent music tuition service how important is giving the next generation of musicians a place to learn to GGF and how long has that been part of what you do The teaching studio has been run as a separate business for many years employing highly talented and qualified teachers most of whom are Conservatorium graduates Are there any elements of the business you’d like to expand upon or new ones you’d like to introduce as GGF expands and grows We are continuously looking at expanding the range of unique products that we can offer our customers Maintaining a specialty bricks and mortar store is becoming more challenging Whereas buying online is more convenient and sometimes cheaper we believe there will always be a demand from customers who value old fashion service and the experience of visiting a store Keep reading and shop at Gladesville Guitar Factory here Although Australia is home to hundreds of supposedly 'haunted' houses one state in particular has far more than the rest Stories of death, tragedy and unexplainable oddities linger in the walls of more than 300 homes across NSW Sydney reportedly has the most haunted locations of any major city, but regional NSW is not far behind with dozens of eerie properties spread throughout the state. One house in particular at Gladesville in Sydney Lower North Shore had renowned US-based paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren - whose lives the Hollywood movie 'The Conjuring' is based on - telling its owners to 'leave or die'. Some of the haunted NSW homes have unsettling histories dating back centuries while others were the site of tragedies in recent decades.  But it seems the rumours have done very little to affect the selling price of most, with multiple homes drawing in million-dollar offers since the housing crisis erupted.  On Gerard St in Gladesville otherwise unremarkable brick heritage buildings hide one home that has been considered haunted since April 1980. A now-defunct Sydney newspaper, The Sun, published a photo the house captioned 'FAMILY FLEE GHOST HOUSE' after a visit from Lorraine and Ed Warren. They came at the request of its owners who had become convinced there was something off about the house.  After inspecting the house the Warren's said it was 'more evil than Amityville', the haunted house that inspired 'The Exorcist'. Since then various other owners and renters have added to it's story before author James Phelps visited the home in 2024.  Mr Phelps talked to several neighbours who lived next to the house in the 1980's for his book, Australian Ghost Stories.  'I have no doubt that these people believe the house is haunted,' he wrote. 'There's certainly something about that house that is making people very nervous. Around a century ago many tragedies were said to have taken place at the Monte Cristo Homestead in Junee, Sydney. A maid falling off the balcony, a stable boy who was set alight, a baby killed in a separate fall and a caretaker fatally shot are just some of the stories that are still told today. More recently in 1963, the Ryan family purchased and restored the home only to witness a number of unexplainable events take place around them. Lights would flicker on and off and visitors would hear whistles but the Ryan's animals suffered the worst fate of all.  Their chickens and parrot were found choked to death and a new litter of kittens the family had raised were all sadly found dead a short time later. Located in Sydney's northern beaches 'Quarantine Station' originally provided a stay for people arriving to Australia from boat in 1893. Passengers would be quarantine for the plague, typhus, small box, cholera and Spanish influenza upon their arrival in Manly.  Patients were treated with disinfectant and carbolic acid so strong it would reportedly melt off the top layer of their skin during decontamination.  The station closed in 1984 and reopened in 1990 with ghost tours which began operating after stories of paranormal activity started spreading around. Visitors claim to have heard voices of the diseased throughout parts of the building and ghost sightings have been reported by some.  Crying figures, station attendants and imprints on old hospital beds have all been spotted over the decades. Despite it's ghouls quarantine station was purchased by hotelier Glenn Piper for roughly $20 million in 2021.  In rural NSW, 202km east of Canberra, Applegarth was one of the Milton's first homes. Originally built for John Cambage in 1868, architect James Poole had been constructing a stone pier at Ulladulla but stayed in the area to oversee Applegarth. Mr Cambage's son Henry lived and died in the house and is said to still be haunting it. Henry's ghost could not put off one buyer who still paid $2.4 million for it in 2021.  Zeal Cottage in Wingham, 180km north of Newcastle, was first occupied by Adelaide Hill the early 1900's. The day after Ms Hill moved in her two-year-old grandson died after falling into a tub of boiling water.  She had built Zeal Cottage and died there in 1922. Locals believe her spirit still haunts the property along with her grandson. The ghosts welcomed new homeowners who bought the cottage for $545,000 in 2019. Originally built in 1810 as a convict lockup in Camden, 67km northwest of Sydney, Gledswood Homestead is now heritage-listed. The lockup-turned-vineyard-turned-colonial-farm-turned-homestead was first occupied by Gabriel Louis Marie Huon de Kerilleau until 1827. It's next owner, James Chisholm, had his five-year-old daughter die of scarlet fever on the property and a worker died after being crushed by a tree soon after.  Both are said to still haunt the property and visitors claim to have heard giggling children and other voices drifting across it's acreage.  Kirkham's Camelot Castle in southwest Sydney has become synonymous with mystery after being featured in many movies and tv shows.  Over the years however it's dark history has slowly been uncovered.  Camelot Castle's first owner, James White, only lived there for two years before dying at the property in 1890. His wife never left and she too died there.  It's second owner, William Anderson, did not live there for long before he committed suicide in the residence in 1912.  Their daughter died in the castle without ever having been married or bearing children in 1979. 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Seven of Australia's most 'haunted' housesComments are subject to our House rules and TermsNewest{{#isModerationStatus}}{{moderationStatus}} No one seems to have shared their thoughts on this topic yetLeave a comment so your voice will be heard first. {{message}} It was mid-2014 – Apple was about to release its iPhone 6 and people pouring ice buckets over their heads was the rage on social media It was also the year one hopeful homeowner in Sydney’s east decided to list their home for sale Fast forward to today and the world has largely moved on from those events but the seller in Maroubra is still trying to offload their five-bedroom house The two-level home on Wise St has topped a PropTrack list of the NSW properties that have been on the market for the longest without selling Joining the house among some of the longest listings is a car spot in the Sydney CBD The list price is $525,000 and it’s been up for sale since at least 2014 MORE: How much money average Aussie actually has The Maroubra property was first listed in 2014 MORE: Jackie O’s big decision on her $25m home The long-in-the-tooth property listings have survived unsold after multiple price booms that saw buyer demand become so intense that nearly everything listed at the time sold – and for high sums This included a 2021 market frenzy that pushed property values up at the fastest annual rate since Australia’s post-war period and the third fastest rate in more than 100 years Records indicated the seller in Maroubra has been trying to offload their home without an agent The property was listed in 2014 for two months The two-level home has been “for sale” on listings portals like realestate.com.au ever since PropTrack lists the average amount of time it takes properties in Sydney to sell as about 40 days MORE: Hillsong bosses’ secret millions revealed This Gladesville home was first listed in June 2017 and remains listed on property portals Among the other properties that have been on the market for years without selling is a retail office in Gladesville with a one-bedroom unit out the back The Victoria Rd property has been up for sale for over eight years Records showed it last sold in 2007 for $690,000 which was about $40,000 below the median house price in Gladesville at the time down from the $4.4m it was listed for in 2017 the current median price of houses in the suburb is $2.74m One of the longest listed entirely non-residential properties is a parking space in Sydney’s CBD known to be the country’s most expensive at $525,000 The owner has had the Bond St double parking space listed for sale on a parking website since at least 2014 There’s also a unique home in Leumeah that was built as a medieval castle which has been up for sale for over two years MORE: Bitter court battle over Jeff Bezos’ new mega mansion This Penrith home was first listed in November 2018 and remains up for sale five years later Real estate trainer and veteran agent and auctioneer Tom Panos said properties that were listed for years without selling usually involved unrealistic price expectations from the seller “When properties fail to sell it’s usually for two reasons: No one knows about them or they’re priced too high The condition of the property is usually not a factor if it’s priced right,” he said “But keep in mind that even a poorly marketed property will become known to people if it’s up for sale for years so price is the biggest factor that can extend a sales campaign.” PropTrack economist Paul Ryan said seller’s expectations could sometimes drift too high if market conditions changed drastically Australia’s most expensive car spot: listed for $525,000 the sellers has been waiting more than 10 years to get a sale it can take longer for sellers to adjust their expectations,” he said “The properties may also be unique or in an area that is not a typical place for buyers to be looking which is why regional areas can take longer “It could also be the case that a property has been on the market so long that it becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy Mr Ryan said some sellers may not have got an offer that they would “We saw that after the mining boom in the 2010s,” he said “People bought at the top of the market but when prices fell they could not get the price they needed so they sat on the market.” MORE: Channel 7 newsreader’s $9m payout plan It’s been a two year wait to sell for the owners of this Leaumeah home styled liked a medieval castle This Frenchs Forest home was first listed in February 2018 and remains up for sale nearly 6.5 years later Mr Panos said it was telling that many of the listings that had been on the market the longest were being sold directly by the owners “It’s easy for some people to conclude that they can sell it themselves but you don’t know what you don’t know,” he said “Only a few owners are really in a position to personally sell their homes The rest are too emotionally attached and there is a huge benefit in getting someone to guide you 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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 The bridge was also added to the State Heritage Register Gladesville Bridge takes vehicle and pedestrian traffic between Gladesville and Drummoyne over the Parramatta River and is located six kilometres north west of Sydney’s Central Business District at 1000 feet (305 metres) the longest span concrete bridge in the world It remained so until superseded in 1980 by the 416 metre span Krk Bridge in Croatia It replaced a two-lane iron truss bridge built in 1881 which was the only road crossing of the river east of Parramatta until the Sydney Harbour Bridge opened in 1932 built at a time of great growth and expansion in post-war Australia Along with Tarban Creek Bridge and Fig Tree Bridge it was originally planned by the Department of Main Roads (DMR) to form part of the North-Western Expressway intended to serve the northern suburbs of Sydney and link with the Sydney-Newcastle Expressway at Wahroonga Whilst the North-Western Expressway was later abandoned the Gladesville Bridge remains as an engineering feat and a testament to the skill and commitment of all involved innovative construction methods and the jacking process set new standards for bridge design and construction and its success promoted the growth in specialist bridge design consultancies in Australia It marked the transition from steel bridge technology including the Sydney Harbour Bridge towards concrete design and confirmed the arrival of pre-stressed concrete as a major bridge-building material in Australia It was the first major concrete arch bridge in the world built using precast segments and was one of the first bridges designed with the aid of a computer Gladesville Bridge was designed by Tony Gee a gifted young British engineer then working for G and built by a partnership of United Kingdom firm Reed and Mallik and Australian firm Stuart Brothers Many newly-arrived migrants were employed in its construction Despite the modest safety standards of the time there were no deaths or serious injuries Two prominent artists were engaged to paint and sketch its construction and four documentary films were made The Royal Australian Institute of Architects awarded the bridge a Civic Design Award in 1965. In recognition of the bridge’s technical, historic and social significance, an oral history was prepared in 2000 involving interviews with many of the people involved in the bridge’s planning In December 2015 the American Society of Civil Engineers recognised Gladesville Bridge as an International Historic Civil Engineering Landmark Bridge designer Tony Gee was in attendance when the commemorative plaque was handed over at a ceremony at Parliament House in Sydney Tony also visited the bridge with other eminent retired bridge engineers and a short film was made of this historic occasion: This film is a 1967 documentary about the construction of Gladesville Bridge See the Gladesville Bridge YouTube channel for more This video is a collection of historic still images from the construction of Gladesville Bridge A grandmother has been left with horrific 'shark-attack' like injuries after she was brutally mauled by a Pitbull while trying to save her dogs' lives Sue Scammell, 77, was walking her two pooches, Poodle Bella and Cavoodle Ollie, in Gladesville, in Sydney's Lower North Shore, on Monday when they were set upon by the unleashed dog.  Ms Scammell was rushed to Royal North Shore Hospital with bites and broken ribs, while the dog and the man walking it allegedly fled the scene. She underwent two operations for her injuries and is now recovering in the cardiac ward after suffering a heart attack due to the trauma.  'When I saw it coming at us I screamed and shielded my little dog,' she said. 'The dog jumped and knocked me to the footpath and savaged my arm. 'The police said they have never seen a worse dog attack. It looks like a dry shark attack.'  The dog was found and collected by Hunters Hill Council two days later and Daily Mail Australia understands it has since been put down. Ms Scammell said she is so grateful that she, Bella and Ollie survived the attack.  While her pooches are 'traumatised', she said they are being well looked after while she remains in hospital. While she was relieved the dog had been captured, Ms Scammell said she was saddened to hear it had been euthanised. A NSW Police spokesman told Daily Mail Australia the matter is currently under investigation after being reported to authorities on Wednesday. 'The 77-year-old woman was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics at the scene before being taken to Royal North Shore Hospital, where she has undergone surgery for injuries to her arm,' he said. 'The dog was later seized by council rangers on Wednesday with the assistance of police. A Hunters Hill Council spokesperson confirmed the dog was impounded on Wednesday and dealt with under the Companion Animals Act 1998 procedures for dangerous dogs. Woman left with horrific injuries after alleged dog attackComments are subject to our House rules and TermsNewest{{#isModerationStatus}}{{moderationStatus}} {{message}} by Media Team on August 5 Momentum continues to build as bowlers at the Gladesville Bowling & Sports Club attempt to save the club’s greens from being demolished The club’s Board of Directors recently decided to terminate competition bowls at the club with their two greens planned to make way for a car park and beer garden Bowlers at the club are not taking the decision lying down however putting up a fight to save their greens at a club that boasts a proud history of more than 63 years of bowls Members at the Sydney-club have taken action to do whatever they can, with several articles published in their local newspaper The Weekly Times, as well as starting a Facebook page and writing an open letter Gladesville Men’s Bowling Club has been the highest graded and most successful club in the local area; Gladesville Women’s Bowls is also one of the most successful in the local area with feats that include winning state pennant finals,” the open letter read “Like most sports across the country traditional membership has experienced decline nationally over recent years but the loss of members has been offset by an increase in bowls participation and a strong barefoot bowls business which have introduced many new people to the sport offered the local community a great recreational activity and bolstered the Club’s bar proudly claims “to promote and encourage the game of Bowls” it would be difficult to argue that the Board’s current future direction inclusive of stripping members of both greens and sending them packing for another club A change.org petition has also been created, with more than 700 people showing their support so far. Members have argued the club remains profitable with bowls at the club with the decision leaving bowlers “shocked” “As a result of this unjust and unnecessary decision the local community faces the loss of a valuable community sporting facility the typically older members face the loss of a social exercise facility which plays an important role in contributing to senior’s physical and mental health all while the surrounding neighbourhood suffers increased noise and traffic related to the expansion of a new car park,” the open letter stated “The Men’s and Women’s Bowls Committee members are willing to negotiate with the Board to assist in maintaining the future of competition bowls.” Members fighting for the club’s bowling future suggested several ways to support their survival bid “All members – both bowlers and non-bowlers – are encouraged to support the fight to retain the greens by write a personal letter of disappointment and disapproval to the Gladesville Bowling and Sports Club Board, C/O: 181A Ryde Road, Gladesville NSW 2111 or via email to ceo@gladesvillesporties.com.au “It is also recommended that the Local Member, The Hon. Anthony Roberts, MP, who was elected Club Patron of Gladesville Bowling & Sports Club at last year’s annual general meeting, be contacted via The Hon. Anthony Roberts, MP, 215 Victoria Road, Gladesville NSW 2111, Ph: 02 9817 4757, or via email to lanecove@parliament.nsw.gov.au.” 30th April 2025 Rising Stars Named for 2025 National Development SeriesThe future of Australian bowls will be on full display this 26th April 2025 2025 World Bowls Indoor Championships: Final day recapAustralia’s Jack McShane has been crowned the 2025 World Bowls Indoor 25th April 2025 2025 World Bowls Indoor Championships: Day 5 wrapAustralia still remains in the hunt for a gold medal at Subscribe to Bowls Australia's official e-newsletter Find out how to vote welcomes the NSW Government’s announcement today that North Ryde and Gladesville libraries will receive $100,000 in funding thanks to the NSW Liberal Government’s Public Library Infrastructure Grant program “Funding will be used to upgrade furniture and shelving at both North Ryde and Galesville libraries.” Mr Lane said “Thanks to the Perrottet Liberal Government our Ryde electorate will have upgraded Library facilities in both North Ryde and Gladesville that will continue to offer services to the local community “I am delighted that see the continued investment of the Perrottet Liberal Government in the local Ryde community.” NSW Minister for the Arts Ben Franklin said 21 local councils across the State will share in $6 million in funding for infrastructure projects this year to extend and improve public library buildings spaces and information technology for local communities “Well-resourced libraries contribute to community resilience with quality facilities great collections and access to the Internet and we are pleased to help councils to upgrade these critical services,” Mr Franklin said “An overall record investment of over $40 million will be provided to councils this year in support of libraries with further increases locked in for next year and beyond This is in addition to the record $165 million that the NSW Liberal Government has committed for the next four years ensuring that our libraries can continue to thrive Donations by individuals to registered political parties of between $2 and $1,500 in a financial year are tax deductible. Phone: 02 8356 0300 Privacy Policy Authorised by Chris StoneLiberal Party of Australia 131 Macquarie StreetSydney NSW 2000Phone: (02) 8356 0300 Privacy Policy not-for-profit groups may have an advantage having controlled prized inner-city sites for decades.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe latest application lodged by Geron Property on behalf of Gladesville RSL Community Club with plans for a mid-rise seniors living project at 6-8 Western Crescent.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 4000sq m proposal is for a 10-storey residential tower comprising 34 one- two- and three-bedroom apartments across the building’s upper levels a ground floor community centre and four basement levels for 60 parking spaces.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt will be built within the footprint of a former heritage hall next to a Ryde City Council public car park.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginally known as Jordan Hall it opened in 1938 as a popular community hall entertainment venue with light music and ballroom dancing.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe building was constructed in the inter-war stripped classical style and replaced the former Protestant Hall Image: Innovate Architects\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"row ci\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cell cs12 cx12\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ci cl\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGladesville RSL and Community Club chief executive Ashley Parmenter said the development which had been in the works for many years would provide an additional income stream to ensure the long-term viability of the club.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“We are a community-owned club and it is important that this site continues to provide ongoing benefits to the local area,” Parmenter said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Gladesville RSL and Community Club has been operating for more than 80 years and we plan on being around for a lot longer.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“For us Altira was a perfect solution as the residences are a long-term project which suited the long-term vision of the club.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gladesville RSL and Community Club will own and operate the development through the club’s board.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt plans to maintain the heritage facade facing Western Crescent with a new and larger state-of-the-art youth centre for gymnastics dance and karate classes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs part of a wider demographic shift towards apartment living in all the major capital cities vertical retirement villages are now being developed by major players including \u003ca href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/aged-care-development-on-the-gold-coast-ramps-up-\"\u003eAveo\u003c/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/-lendlease-announce-partnership-to-develop-aged-care-in-brisbane-\"\u003eLendlease\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/stocklands-epping-retirement-village-and-school-proposal-unveiled\"\u003eStockland\u003c/a\u003e as well as non-profit groups.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to PriceWaterhouseCoopers partner for real estate advisory Tony Massaro who spoke at \u003cem\u003eThe Urban Developer’s\u003c/em\u003e \u003ca href=\"developer-aged-care-and-retirement-living-vsummit\"\u003eAged Care and Retirement Living vSummit \u003c/a\u003ein April more than half of the new villages currently under development were either vertical or a combination of vertical and broadacre up from 9 per cent in 2019.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“We are probably not building as much as we need to … this was exacerbated a little bit by Covid,” Massaro said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“It’s not the operators who will feel the shortfall it is the people wanting to move into retirement living.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Operators will go in there and fill the gap … but it’s a very long process getting permissions from councils and the DA process.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Property Council of Australia estimates that between 2014 and 2025 Lendlease’s third residential building in the Collins Wharf precinct of Victoria Harbour.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 28-storey building at 971 Collins Street in Melbourne’s Docklands will deliver 312 homes in a mix of one two and three-bedroom apartments as well as townhouses and penthouses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Lendlease the project has already secured more than 50 per cent in presales.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHickory is the construction contractor—it completed the precinct’s first development in 2019 and is also working on LendLease’s second tower Regatta.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ancora Hickory is implementing several technical construction methods including various piling techniques and precast concrete solutions that enable a parallel-track construction program.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe building’s facade designed by architect Warren and Mahoney uses a three-stage design incorporating double-glazed glass and textured precast concrete with Reckli and brick finishes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe structural design transitions from a solid podium base to lighter upper levels “reflecting a maritime theme” aligned with the Collins Wharf design objectives.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncora will connect to the neighbouring Regatta development via a podium allowing resident access to shared amenities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an all-electric building that includes electric vehicle infrastructure the development is targeting a 5 Star Green Star certification Completion is expected in 2027.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegatta including build-to-rent and build-to-sell units.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensive wharf works including remediation of pre-existing wharf piles installation of raker piles and construction of the extension to Australia Walk are also part of the project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical challenges include constructing on the finger wharf and co-ordinating extensive above-wharf road reserve and public parkland works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Collins Wharf precinct will ultimately comprise six residential buildings of more than 1800 homes surrounded by over 5000sq m of parks and community space.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease is developing the parkland concurrently with the residential components including the extension of Australian Walk that forms part of the City of Melbourne’s Greenline project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease executive director of development Adam Williams said Collins Wharf “is fast becoming a sought-after address .. which took just a handful of hours to emerge on Saturday night the Coalition’s failure to sway voters has come under intense scrutiny.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts lack of policies around property that resonated with voters has been a large part of that criticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong those policies was a $5-billion infrastructure program to unlock up to 500,000 new homes was greeted with no small amount of scepticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Coalition also campaigned on its previously revealed plan to allow first home buyers to draw down on their superannuation giving access to up to $50,000 to help fund mortgage deposits.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile that proposal had won some support it got the thumbs down from many of Australia’s top economists who said the measure could prove highly inflationary among other issues.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimilarly its plan to allow mortgage interest for first home buyers to be tax-deductible was roundly criticised for its likely inflationary and regressive effects.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has also been pointed out that the Coalition’s rejection of the Green’s policies around housing supply affordable housing and help for renters did it no favours.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ALP went to the polls spruiking an extension of schemes introduced during its previous term including a $10-billion promise for its first-home buyers’ scheme to encourage 100,000 more homes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also had its Help to Buy shared equity scheme under which the Government pays up to 40 per cent of the house price to point to.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf it was these policies per se or the lack of detail and depth to the Coalition’s the nation's ready for the Albanese government to act.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is clear been endorsed to follow through on its policies and fix the crisis that is crippling the Australian property sector.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Urban Taskforce Australia chief executive\u0026nbsp;Tom\u0026nbsp;Forrest has pointed out it is time for the Federal Government to get back to work.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Housing affordability and housing supply featured large during the campaign,” Forrest said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The key now is for the Government to strike while the iron’s hot.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If legislation is needed to support the delivery of Labor’s $10-billion 100,000 new homes commitment—then pass it through the parliament now and get on with it.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe states have made many changes to how they enable home development The Federal Government’s support of that is crucial to its success material supply assistance or any other factor that affects getting homes out of the ground.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis has been a pivotal election Then Cities for Total Fan Immersion\",\"slug\":\"billionaire-arsenal-rams-denver-nuggets-sports-anchored-precincts\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-04-30T00:00+10:00\",\"tags\":[],\"summary\":\"Why your next home might be stadium-adjacent; sports are the hook apartment-style accommodation close to inner cities where residents have spent much of their lives The demand for such accommodation has continued to rise as baby boomers who prefer inner-city life inch closer to retirement While many big players are moving into the sector having controlled prized inner-city sites for decades with plans for a mid-rise seniors living project at 6-8 Western Crescent a ground floor community centre and four basement levels for 60 parking spaces It will be built within the footprint of a former heritage hall next to a Ryde City Council public car park it opened in 1938 as a popular community hall entertainment venue with light music and ballroom dancing The building was constructed in the inter-war stripped classical style and replaced the former Protestant Hall Gladesville RSL and Community Club chief executive Ashley Parmenter said the development would provide an additional income stream to ensure the long-term viability of the club “We are a community-owned club and it is important that this site continues to provide ongoing benefits to the local area,” Parmenter said “Gladesville RSL and Community Club has been operating for more than 80 years and we plan on being around for a lot longer Altira was a perfect solution as the residences are a long-term project which suited the long-term vision of the club.” The Gladesville RSL and Community Club will own and operate the development through the club’s board It plans to maintain the heritage facade facing Western Crescent with a new and larger state-of-the-art youth centre for gymnastics According to PriceWaterhouseCoopers partner for real estate advisory Tony Massaro, who spoke at The Urban Developer’s Aged Care and Retirement Living vSummit in April “We are probably not building as much as we need to … this was exacerbated a little bit by Covid,” Massaro said “It’s not the operators who will feel the shortfall it is the people wanting to move into retirement living “Operators will go in there and fill the gap … but it’s a very long process getting permissions from councils and the DA process.” The Property Council of Australia estimates that between 2014 and 2025 200,000 additional senior Australians will be seeking retirement village accommodation MANY home buyers heading over Gladesville Bridge from the inner west start looking for property in Hunters Hill but end up setting their sites on Gladesville The sleeper suburb that has Victoria Rd as its main artery and Parramatta River at one border has often been overlooked as a Sydney real estate hot spot But in the past 12 months it has been on a trajectory of double-digit growth of 18 per cent in its house price median A respectable seven per cent median was achieved for apartments While neighbouring suburbs have recently experienced slowdowns This year Gladesville’s median house sale price ticked over into the $2 millions Inner west buyers are initially trying to get into Hunters Hill The apartment median has moved up to $750,000 REA economist Nerida Conisbee said while Gladesville had experienced strong median price growth in the past year it still offered good value compared to neighbouring Hunters Hill which had a median of $2.85 million for houses “It has done well in terms of positive growth in a market where prices are declining,” Ms Conisbee said “The data supports Gladesville as a desirable place to live and people always want to be close to the water and have water views.” RELATED: LAND IN DEMAND AT LIVELY MID-WINTER AUCTION RELATED: UNIT BLOCKS A GOOD FIT FOR INVESTORS described Gladesville as a satellite suburb to the inner west suburbs of Drummoyne “You get land parcels twice the size of the inner west and homes twice the size for similar prices,” he said Mr Robson said the environment and culture were similar to what buyers from the inner west were leaving behind and more variety was on offer compared to Hunters Hill which was predominantly houses and tended to attract families Mr Robson said Gladesville’s “vast collage” of properties SIGN UP FOR THE REAL ESTATE NEWSLETTER said Gladesville reminded him of what Kensington in southeastern Sydney was like 10 years ago is a lot like Anzac Pde used to be,” Mr Fiorenza an agent for the Breeze Gladesville apartment development “There’s a lot of strip shops with top shop accommodation but slowly you are starting to see the new apartments bringing new people It’s only a matter of time before people catch on that it’s only 10km from the CBD.” IT SEEMS THE PAGE YOU'RE LOOKING FOR HAS GONE ASTRAY GO BACK TO THE HOME PAGE leafy aspect and water setting of Hunters Hill but can’t quite manage the price tag Gladesville, says Belle Property Hunters Hill agent Michael Gallina “Hunters Hill is one of the most famous suburbs in Sydney – a lot of people would like to live there but they can’t afford it,” Gallina says “They come 500 metres down the road and tap into the Gladesville suburb but still have a good connection with the Hunters Hill community.” Gladesville has a median house price of $1.64 million in the June quarter this year and offers more bang for your buck than many of its sought-after neighbours Gallina says buyers are typically young families and Gladesville offers spacious properties easy access to the city and – a clincher for many families – schools galore Victoria Road runs through the middle of the suburb commercial spaces and many of the newer units are found in this corridor is the main shopping destination for residents There’s a smaller selection of stores at nearby Boronia Park and a no-holds-barred retail extravaganza at Top Ryde City Shopping Centre Rosso Italian and Cav & Co cafe as a few local favourites Federation-era homes and Californian-style bungalows are popular Newer units typically fetch closer to $750,000 “Houses on Victoria Road are selling at about $1.1 million would be about $1.3 million,” Gallina says Rachel McHale moved to Gladesville from Kellyville 12 years ago “I’ve noticed a shift in the past 12 years from there being a lot of elderly people who had lived there for 30 40 or 50 years to a lot of young families coming into the area,” she says “We’ve got two young children and we’ve made really strong connections with the community through the local gymnastics and rugby league clubs.” 28 Osgathorpe Road Pull up a sun-lounger poolside at this contemporary brick home within easy walking distance of city buses It has a $2.6 million price guide as is headed for auction on September 21, through Belle Property Hunters Hill 10D Earnshaw Street An unashamedly modern home with slick finishes this property boasts generous open-plan living areas a large main suite with en suite and walk-in wardrobe stone kitchen and a garage/studio with bathroom The bidding guide sits at $1.8 million for the September 28 auction, and is being marketed by BresicWhitney Hunters Hill. Four bidders turned out to compete for the four-bedroom house at 23 Isler Street, which had scope to add a second storey and a swimming pool. The auctioneer was met with silence for several minutes before the bidding started at $2.45 million – below the price guide of $2.65 million cautiously increased the price until the home sold for $2.8 million to a Hunters Hill family Successful buyer Ben Marcos and his wife Monica had been looking to upgrade from their townhouse for some months but it’s been unpredictable with rate rises and what that looks like It’s a very unpredictable market,” Ben said McGrath Hunters Hill partner and selling agent Benjamin Mulae said buyers were drawn to the home for its future potential and noted the guide had been revised upwards from an initial range of $2.5 million to $2.6 million And with the cost of moving being so prohibitive and stamp duty this is a home you can grow into,” Mulae said The best homes for sale in Sydney right now Big Little Mansions: Liane Moriarty buys Mosman’s most expensive house of 2023 Nelson Bay: Why the off-season here has a ‘special magic’ for locals He noted that good competition was continuing for homes “We’re still in a market where there are enough other purchasers that don’t seem to be affected by that [rate rise] overly negatively The property last traded for $2.12 million in 2018 The home was one of 589 Sydney properties scheduled for auction on Saturday Domain Group recorded a preliminary auction clearance rate of 70.8 per cent from 384 reported results Withdrawn auctions are counted as unsold properties when calculating the clearance rate an investor sold a one-bedroom unit to a first home buyer for $800,000 Six buyers, a mix of first timers and a downsizer, registered to bid on the property at 305/136 Ross Street. It had an initial price guide of $650,000, which was later lifted to $775,000 based on buyer feedback. 1 Bath− .css-12a1b0h{position:absolute;width:1px;height:1px;margin:-1px;padding:0;-webkit-clip:rect(1px,1px,1px,1px);clip:rect(1px,1px,1px,1px);border:0;overflow:hidden;-webkit-clip-path:inset(100%);clip-path:inset(100%);-webkit-clip-path:none;display:none;}ParkingView listing The auction for the unit with no parking was quick to start at $700,000 and five of the registered bidders made offers The successful purchasers only bid twice: coming in at $790,000 and having to contend with just one $5000 counter bid before they placed another $5000 on top to walk away with the keys Selling agent Matthew Carvalho of Ray White Surry Hills said it was a competitive auction between potential first home buyers who were looking to take advantage of the increased price thresholds for stamp duty exemptions and concessions [The state government] lifted the threshold from $650,000 to $800,000 It was good timing [for the auction of the unit],” Carvalho said The vendors were selling their investment property after they had upsized their primary home “And to free up a bit of money and reduce their exposure,” he said “There’s definitely more investors selling at the moment probably due to the rise in interest rates Investments are always the first thing to go.” The 73-square-metre unit last traded for $640,000 in 2012 In Rhodes, a six-bedroom house at 50 Llewellyn Street sold for $3.85 million to an upsizer from Silverwater, but only after they bid against themselves twice to meet the reserve. 2 Baths1 ParkingView listing The rental property which is arguably on the best street in the high density suburb and only two of the four registered buyers participated and Cooleys’ auctioneer Michael Garofolo said a tough negotiation on the auction floor ensued as the vendor would not budge on their reserve The highest bidder had to increase their offer twice “The buyer made a comment that ‘It’s not me it’s the bank’ [when asked to increase their offer] but they were hesitant because of interest rates,” he said had no profit margins left for interested builders once it surpassed the $3.5 million mark The 696-square-metre block sold through Paul Pettenon of Raine & Horne Concord and Strathfield a former pub converted into a three-bedroom home sold for $2,176,000 The home at 120 Evans Street was guided at $1.65 million and was inspected by more than 180 groups. 2 Baths− ParkingView listing Eleven parties registered to bid, but only four took part after bidding opened at $1.5 million. About 80 bids and half an hour later, a young couple from Woollahra walked away with the keys after outbidding buyers from Paddington. The reserve was $1.85 million. Selling agent Lynsey Kemp of Belle Property Balmain said the rapid pace of bidding meant some buyers were quick to drop out of the running. “We lost a lot of buyers quickly. People were trying to work out what they needed to spend, others were working out their budget and where they saw value,” she said. “A few people came up to comment saying that was a big price. It was a stand-out and [the property] quite unique to the market.” long-held family home in riverside Sydney with a "slight lean" has fetched almost $1.7 million at auction The delightfully honest and warm listing pays tribute to its history, saying the house at 26 Higginbotham Road in Gladesville was a vibrant and much-adored address for 50 years but age has caught up and it is falling in on itself The address on 571 square metres traded at auction for $1,658,000 on May 27 - a sum that is $1 million below the median house price for the Lower North Shore suburb READ MORE: Nostalgic Port Macquarie theme park Fantasy Glades listed for sale It is the first time in half a century that a new owner's name has been inked on the title and it is the second-lowest sale price achieved this year in the pretty postcode "This old cottage is so tired and worn out it is starting to knock itself down to the ground," the listing explains it's been with the same owner and his family for over 50 years and it has played host to hundreds of parties and get togethers had three kids grow up and leave and seen many Balmain Tigers losses in the lounge room "With not much maintenance in between its time for it to come down and begin the next chapter." READ MORE: Gold Coast home popular with influencers on offer for $3 million-plus Parklands and shopping are close by Higginbotham Avenue with a creek running behind the property providing a verdant backdrop The agents, from North Sydney Real Estate, explain that the "upside" is it won't take much to the finish the job at the property, which sold for seven figures below the $2.7 million median house price for the suburb (according to Domain's March 2023 House Price Report). The median in Gladesville has dipped 8.7 per cent over 12 months, Domain data shows, which is line with a broader softening in the Sydney market. However, the medium-term performance has held up, with the median price spiking 14.3 per cent over five years. Auto news: 'Not all hybrid vehicles deliver fuel savings compared to their petrol counterparts' Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time A Gladesville house with a granny flat sold for $4.02 million breaking a street record at its auction on Saturday The property at 28 Punt Road was one of 1177 homes scheduled to go under the hammer in Sydney on the busiest day for the city’s property market all year Domain Group recorded a preliminary clearance rate of 64.3 per cent from 851 reported results BresicWhitney’s chief executive and auctioneer Thomas McGlynn during the successful auction in Gladesville.Credit: Peter Rae While there were modest registration numbers it was enough to get the sale under way bang-on its price guide of $3.4 million the second the auctioneer called for opening offers Three bidders pursued the six-bedroom property – with four bedrooms in the main house and two in the granny flat The auctioneer had called the property for the final time at $3.95 million before the third buyer raised the price several times in $10,000 bids well above its reserve of $3.7 million and price guide of $3.4 million The buyers are a young Strathfield family who are upgrading BresicWhitney Hunters Hill selling agent Peter Grayson said it was an exceptional result that broke a street record “What I have found with good quality stock there is still a little bit of heat left in the market,” Mr Grayson said adding the vendor had realistic expectations The property last changed hands in 1999 for $926,000 Gladesville’s house prices rose 37.9 per cent to $2.6 million in 2021 There were four registered buyers for the Gladesville property In Abbotsbury in Sydney’s south-west, a five-bedroom house at 7 Withers Place broke the suburb record Nine buyers registered to bid on the property and the auction opened at $2.7 million It rose to $3.3 million “in the blink of an eye” But after that point Mr Garofolo said bidders “pulled the handbrake and said ‘no more’,” with half an hour of negotiations on the auction floor as buyers and vendors tried to see eye to eye on value sold for $3.315 million after the vendor adjusted their reserve from $3.5 million to $3.3 million “It’s hard to argue that’s not a great price,” Mr Garofolo said “Obviously the seller’s expectations were high “The market has definitely pulled up the handbrake It has to stop somewhere and vendors have continued to run in the same fashion in terms of growth.” It was sold through Blaz Dejanovic of Blaze Real Estate with the price increasing more than tenfold in 22 years a brand-new three-bedroom penthouse at 5/126 Holt Avenue sold for $3.16 million a local downsizer and an inner west upgrader and the auction for the unit started at $2.75 million The former was the successful buyer but only after they bid against themselves three times to meet the $3.16 million reserve Atlas Lower North Shore’s Adrian Bridges said it was a strong result as it sold $310,000 above the price guide “The underbidder pulled up and so we negotiated with the buyer to buy it Cremorne unit prices rose 11.8 per cent to $1.28 million in 2021 a four-bedroom house at 10 Linley Close sold for $2.5 million A young family who were upgrading placed the winning bid Benson Auctions auctioneer Stu Benson said a reasonable vendor will sell their home on auction day “We’ve all made a lot of money out of bricks and mortar in the past two years … A rational seller right now will realise if they sold in 2019 it would have been [worth] $200,000 or $300,000 less they’ve still picked the right time,” he said adding that those who set high expectations will fall short a two-bedroom townhouse sold at 8/32-34 Melford Street for $1,295,000 to inner-west first-home buyers in their 20s Bidding opened at $850,000 as five of the 13 registered buyers threw their hat in the ring Ray White Petersham’s Luke Northcott said the property fetched a strong result because it was a standout “If any of the properties that have one or two compromises or need a little bit of work they’re still getting really good results but those buyers are cautious of overpaying.” The property at was one of 1177 homes scheduled to go under the hammer in Sydney on the Three bidders pursued the six-bedroom property \\u2013 with four bedrooms in the main house and two in the granny flat \\u201CWhat I have found with good quality stock there is still a little bit of heat left in the market,\\u201D Mr Grayson said Gladesville\\u2019s house prices rose 37.9 per cent to $2.6 million in 2021 In Abbotsbury in Sydney\\u2019s south-west a five-bedroom house at broke the suburb record It rose to $3.3 million \\u201Cin the blink of an eye\\u201D But after that point Mr Garofolo said bidders \\u201Cpulled the handbrake and said \\u2018no more\\u2019,\\u201D with half an hour of negotiations on the auction floor as buyers and vendors tried to see eye to eye on value \\u201CIt\\u2019s hard to argue that\\u2019s not a great price,\\u201D Mr Garofolo said \\u201CObviously the seller\\u2019s expectations were high \\u201CThe market has definitely pulled up the handbrake It has to stop somewhere and vendors have continued to run in the same fashion in terms of growth.\\u201D Atlas Lower North Shore\\u2019s Adrian Bridges said it was a strong result as it sold $310,000 above the price guide \\u201CThe underbidder pulled up and so we negotiated with the buyer to buy it we\\u2019ve extracted every dollar.\\u201D \\u201CWe\\u2019ve all made a lot of money out of bricks and mortar in the past two years \\u2026 A rational seller right now will realise if they sold in 2019 it would have been [worth] $200,000 or $300,000 less they\\u2019ve still picked the right time,\\u201D he said Ray White Petersham\\u2019s Luke Northcott said the property fetched a strong result because it was a standout \\u201CIf any of the properties that have one or two compromises or need a little bit of work they\\u2019re still getting really good results but those buyers are cautious of overpaying.\\u201D Mitchell Moses has bought an investment in Gladesville The Parramatta Eels playmaker Mitchell Moses has a bought another investment property The 1940s Gladesville home cost $1.8 million two bathrooms and a studio at the back of the 790 sqm block Belle Property Strathfield agents ­Michael Murphy and Norman So secured the sale post auction to the halfback fresh back from a calf injury MORE: Glamour couple snap up first property together Property hunters drawn to Central Coast erosion street has been leased out at $900 a week through Rachel Pittorino at The Region Professionals having sought $1000 Moses and the Eels have been on fire this season Houses in Gladesville typically rent out for $735 a week There are currently 115 properties for rent in the suburb The suburb has a $1.9 million median house price has seen a compound price growth rate of 4.8 per cent for houses who quietly sold in Ryde for $2,099,000 earlier this year He had paid $1.78 million for the modernised four bedroom The 25-year-old Moses retains a property in Epping which cost $1,375,000 in 2015 He played junior football with the Carlingford Cougars and the Holy Cross Rhinos ­re-signed with the Eels in early 2019 with an extension to remain until 2020 There is also a $585,000 investment apartment in Toongabbie in his $3.75 million property portfolio Last month he established Sandstone Holdings which appears to have the goal of being a family real estate corporation HAVING viewed 69 Wharf Rd, Gladesville it is hard to challenge the agent’s claim that it is “the most exciting waterfront property ever to be offered to the market in Gladesville” occupies a prized waterfront position with restorative river views to Cabarita and Breakfast Points A rendered double-brick exterior shows off minimalist clean lines enhanced by a Japanese slate feature wall and heat and sound-resistant The polished concrete floors have underfloor heating with five bedrooms and bathrooms across three levels places the knockout view in sharp relief from almost every room A bright foyer entrance at the upper entry level frames a spectacular dining and living area This vast space leads via floor-to-ceiling bi-fold doors to an entertaining terrace with a glass balustrade and barbecue alcove A natural indoor to outdoor flow from dining to balcony The horizontal and vertical lines of architectural windows are offset by a sandblasted its shell-like form reflected in a wall of windows adjacent to the designer kitchen Home cooking moves to a new level in a custom-designed kitchen It includes granite benchtops with a soft “leather” finish A magnificent kitchen has European appliances and a walk-in pantry One of five comfortable and luxurious bedrooms The upper level is a hideaway with two bedrooms walk-in robe and full ensuite with a double vanity and river views and is ideal for guests or older children still living at home It offers a second family and living space plus two bedrooms with built-ins and a full bathroom All of life’s little luxuries at 69 Wharf Rd Every whim has been catered to in this magnificent property that also includes small home comforts such as solar underheated polished concrete floors with a price guide of $7.5 million to $8 million Local property investors and developers in Sydney’s lower north shore are gearing up for a busy year with the first development project hitting the market Situated at 363 Victoria Rd in Gladesville the 1,650 sqm site has price expectations around $13m The Gladesville site has received approval for the construction of 47 units 533 sqm of ground floor retail/commercial space and 85 car spaces An artist’s impression of the development site in Gladesville Dwelling options include a mixture of 22 one-bedroom apartments The sale is being managed by CBRE’s Toby Silk with the expression of interest campaign closing on the 22nd February.The site currently exists as a freestanding industrial building with a six metre clearance “We expect the property will attract strong interest from industrial occupiers and developers alike Gladesville is in Sydney’s heart and with a median house price of $2.48m the development presents a great opportunity to capture buyers whose budget doesn’t stretch this far,” he said “The site has been granted development approval for a brand-new residential project meaning the project can proceed to construction once a construction certificate has been issued by local council.” Location is a major selling point for the development site The development aims to capture buyers who can’t afford the suburb’s $2.48m median price It is also situated between commercial hubs the Sydney CBD Parramatta CBD and enjoys a dual street frontage to Victoria Rd and Westminster Rd the development has been architecturally designed by well-regarded Mackenzie Architects with oversized modern apartments orientated to maximise natural light and outlook,” Mr Arias said “With the Gladesville property market on the rise this development site will generate strong interest from developers and investors looking to capitalise on the growing demand for property in the area.” MORE: Latrell Mitchell’s new record-breaking home Red Hot Chili Peppers’ secret Aussie home for sale NRL star Nate Myles and Tessa James sell Gold Coast retreat realcommercial.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. Situated at 363 Victoria Rd in Gladesville An artist’s impression of the development site in Gladesville The development aims to capture buyers who can’t afford the suburb’s $2.48m median price MORE: Latrell Mitchell’s new record-breaking home Red Hot Chili Peppers’ secret Aussie home for sale NRL star Nate Myles and Tessa James sell Gold Coast retreat Tony Gee, the designer of the Gladesville Bridge in inner Sydney, on a boat in front of the bridge, 2015. (Supplied) Link copiedShareShare articleSydney's Gladesville Bridge has become only the fourth project in Australia to receive the world's highest engineering award. The concrete arch bridge, which crosses the Parramatta River from Leichhardt to Gladesville, has been declared an International Historic Civil Engineering Landmark by the American Society of Civil Engineers. Structures can only be considered for the award 50 years after they were built. The only other Australian structures to receive the accolade are the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Western Goldfields and the Snowy Mountain scheme. Today, the original engineer Tony Gee, 82, was on hand as the plaque was unveiled at the New South Wales Parliament in Sydney. He got the job in his early 20s while employed by a British engineering firm. "There is no doubt in my mind Gladesville ranks alongside the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House as engineering marvels, but for some reason it has always been overshadowed by them and has never received the recognition it deserved," Mr Gee said. Engineer Tony Gee was just 22 years old when he was given the job to design the bridge. (Supplied: Roads and Maritime Services) "Gladesville was and always will be the first 1,000-foot concrete span in the world and in the intervening years only six longer concrete arches have been built." The retired engineer went on a cruise to look at the bridge up close. "Suddenly it was in front of me and I saw these slender piers and I thought, 'God, did I really make them that thin?'" The Parliamentary Secretary for Transport and local resident John Sidoti said he was a fan of the bridge. "It confirmed the move away from steel bridges like the Sydney Harbour bridge," he said. "It was one of the first bridges to be built with the help of a computer." Mr Gee said the computer he used was the size of a room. The Gladesville Bridge opened on October 2, 1964, replacing a low-level two-lane iron truss bridge built in 1881. The bridge remains busy with 81,000 vehicles crossing daily. CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) Caltex petrol stations on Victoria Rd are set to be sold Two popular petrol stations on Victoria Road in Gladesville are set to be transformed into residential developments as part of a major sell-off by leading fuel supplier Caltex The properties are part of 25 stores currently on the market to be sold either in groups individually or in-one-line across Australia which includes sites in neighbouring Drummoyne as well as Bondi The company had told investors in August it would sell a total of 50 petrol stations with a “higher value through alternative use” said the sites were identified in an extensive network review as they are located in attractive high demand areas with strong growth opportunities “They will appeal to a large number of prospective buyers who are looking at delivering a range of different end products into the inner metro markets,” he said The petrol station at 287-295 Victoria Road is part of a major sell-off by Caltex a level 2087 sqm site on the corner of Stansell Street offers a higher density proposal with a B4 Mixed Use zoning and 19m height control in the area The other at 114-120 Victoria Rd comprises of a 1959 sqm block also with a B4 Mixed Use zoning and a 19m height control The signboard outside the Caltex petrol station in Gladesville Director Lincoln Blackledge from Stonebridge Property Group said the sell-off has attracted a strong number of inquiries with Caltex offering to demolish and remediate the sites ready for development The petrol stations are being sold through an international Expressions of Interest campaign which closed last week Also up for sale is the petrol station at 116 Victoria Road “Broadly speaking the reason these have been selected is when the underlying land value exceeds the business value,” Mr Blackledge said Gladesville local Russell Young said the loss of petrol stations will reduce competition and availability of field for locals driving along Victoria Road “Apart from changing the look and feel of the suburbs as we already like them I think that most of the concerns that arise from the overdevelopment are those about not developing the infrastructure and services that need to cater for the extra population,” he said Sydney gets a lot of things right. The harbour? Check. Charcoal chicken? Check. Bottomless Brunch But one thing that sometimes flies under the radar is our world-class collection of breweries And while Marrickville remains the epicentre of Sydney's brewery scene One such addition to the Sydney craft beer scene is Village Days Brewing Co. bringing a classic spread of craft brews and a breezy taproom to an area that was once an early trailblazer in Australian brewing Head Brewer Patrick Menschik and the Village Days team are currently churning out a range of 12 beers Menschik joined the team directly from Germany where he was trained as a German Brew Master and worked at Weyermann in Bavaria This German influence can be spotted throughout the varieties Viallge Days is producing but there's still a uniquely Australian touch to its lineup sporting names like the 2111 Lager and Glades Pale while a few European varieties and funkier creations can be found Dark beer fans can opt for the oatmeal stout refreshing sip can enjoy a couple of Czech pilsners the simple open-plan Village Days warehouse taproom invites you to sample your way through the roster alongside a guest tap or two Village Days is sure to be a hit on weekends over summer — but keep in mind if you visit on a Wednesday or Thursday afternoon Take $3 off every pint and $2 off every half-serve from 4–6pm on Wednesdays and 3–6pm Thursdays Methylamphetamine worth at least $25 million has been found hidden inside tins of cookies and stew containers after a raid of a drug lab in Sydney’s lower north shore with a Canadian national behind bars over the haul Police executed the search warrant at a home in Gladesville on Wednesday morning and found the clandestine lab along with approximately 50 kilograms of crystal meth in metal food tins and lab equipment Police found 50 kilograms of crystal meth in metal food tins during the search.Credit: NSW Police was arrested at his Pymble home about half an hour after the search jewellery and electronic devices at the property Two storage sheds in Gladesville and Petersham were also searched about 3pm with several boxes of imported food products – believed to contain meth – seized The meth was discovered inside containers of imported food products.Credit: NSW Police “They’d gone into great detail in concealing their prohibited drugs bringing them into the country via the legitimate food products,” Detective Superintendent Peter Faux said he has had a visitor visa for the last 12 months and he’s been coming and going from Australia we’ve focused our investigation on him and we’re currently working with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in respect to other components in the inquiries from Canada.” Faux said police had so far extracted about 50kg of meth from the food products with an approximate street value of $25 million “We do believe from the other search warrants we’ve located approximately 1500 further tins of food products containing methylamphetamine .. there could be up to a further 180kg of methylamphetamine concealed within those products,” he said Detectives are working with international agencies to investigate if others were involved in the drug operation “We will allege in court this laboratory was extracting drugs which had been imported via a complex concealment method in cookie tins and [stew] containers,” Faux said “This is a clear example of the lengths organised criminal networks will go to in an attempt to bring drugs in.” Pajou was taken to Hornsby Police Station and charged with manufacturing and supplying a large commercial quantity of prohibited drugs He was refused bail when he appeared at Hornsby Local Court on Thursday The Morning Edition newsletter is our guide to the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up here Methylamphetamine worth at least $25 million has been found hidden inside tins of cookies and stew containers after a raid of a drug lab in Sydney\\u2019s lower north shore with several boxes of imported food products \\u2013 believed to contain meth \\u2013 seized \\u201CThey\\u2019d gone into great detail in concealing their prohibited drugs bringing them into the country via the legitimate food products,\\u201D Detective Superintendent Peter Faux said \\u201CIn relation to the 43-year-old male he has had a visitor visa for the last 12 months and he\\u2019s been coming and going from Australia He\\u2019s been here for the last several weeks we\\u2019ve focused our investigation on him and we\\u2019re currently working with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in respect to other components in the inquiries from Canada.\\u201D \\u201CWe do believe from the other search warrants we\\u2019ve located approximately 1500 further tins of food products containing methylamphetamine .. there could be up to a further 180kg of methylamphetamine concealed within those products,\\u201D he said \\u201CWe will allege in court this laboratory was extracting drugs which had been imported via a complex concealment method in cookie tins and [stew] containers,\\u201D Faux said \\u201CThis is a clear example of the lengths organised criminal networks will go to in an attempt to bring drugs in.\\u201D The Morning Edition newsletter is our guide to the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories When fisherman Patrick Melograna felt a tug on his line near Gladesville Bridge over the Parramatta River 150-kilogram mako shark exceeded even his wildest expectations and he took almost two hours to haul in the mammoth catch who was fishing for jewfish to celebrate his father's birthday said he initially thought it was a bull shark "It was a team effort to bring this beast on board," Mr Melograna told local newspaper The Weekly Times The 150-kilogram mako shark caught by fishermen near Gladesville bridge.Credit: 7 News He expressed surprise at finding the shark so far into Sydney Harbour so to see one this far down the harbour is very rare indeed," he said "We measured it at over eight feet long and conservatively weighing in around 150kgs." described the sighting as "strange" and "almost unheard of" Patrick Melograna and friends caught this 2.5 metre mako shark near Gladesville Bridge in Sydney harbour.Credit: Weekly Times you don't usually get makos this close to land Even seeing them from the coast is very unusual," Associate Professor Brown told Fairfax Media His only guess about the shark's location is misadventure Shark expert Culum Brown described the shark's presence in Sydney harbour as "strange".Credit: 7 News "Maybe it's lost - that's the only thing I can think of There's no way it wants to come into Sydney Harbour; it's filthy It's not even the right habitat," he said was "super fast and super powerful" "They have an awesome system in their body that uses their swimming muscles to retain heat." so "technically he shouldn't have caught it" "But often you don't really know until you've got it on board - by that time it's half cactus "I'm not sure letting it go back into the harbour would be a wise thing anyway." who was fishing for jewfish to celebrate his father's birthday \\\"It was a team effort to bring this beast on board,\\\" Mr Melograna told local newspaper so to see one this far down the harbour is very rare indeed,\\\" he said \\\"We measured it at over eight feet long and conservatively weighing in around 150kgs.\\\" described the sighting as \\\"strange\\\" and \\\"almost unheard of\\\" you don't usually get makos this close to land Even seeing them from the coast is very unusual,\\\" Associate Professor Brown told Fairfax Media His only guess about the shark's location is misadventure \\\"Maybe it's lost - that's the only thing I can think of There's no way it wants to come into Sydney Harbour; it's filthy It's not even the right habitat,\\\" he said \\\"They have an awesome system in their body that uses their swimming muscles to retain heat.\\\" so \\\"technically he shouldn't have caught it\\\" \\\"But often you don't really know until you've got it on board - by that time it's half cactus \\\"I'm not sure letting it go back into the harbour would be a wise thing anyway.\\\" This Gladesville house has been vacant since the 1980s A derelict house in Gladesville left vacant since the 1980s has returned to the spotlight after being listed for sale in circumstances the agent has described as “an enigma” The historic house on Prince Edward St was last occupied in 1987 and has remained empty ever since – save for occasional break-ins from teenagers reportedly holding seances there to contact the dead And it appears the decades without care have taken a toll on the property Grass and weeds have swallowed the roof and other plant growth has damaged the structure to the point that it is considered unsafe to go inside MORE: Hoarder house sells for over $3m Suburbs where sellers are making $650k profit Chateau Tanunda owner sells blank canvas Selling agent John Priddy of Laing and Simmons-Hunters Hill said the house was well known among locals and the long vacancy has attracted plenty of speculation The Prince Edward St property was previously surrounded by trees adding some considered the abandoned house to have a haunted quality and neighbours have had to be vigilant in stopping seances from taking place there “There’s something about the house that intrigues people A lot of people have driven past it over the years and wondered about it.” The house was this week listed for sale with expectations around the $1.5 million mark who has been dealing with representatives of the original owners said he did not know the full circumstances behind the sale and why the property was left unattended for so long No pictures have been taken of the interior because it is too dangerous to go inside “It’s an enigma why no one has lived there,” he said The house is not inhabitable and will need to be overhauled through a renovation or knocked down and replaced with a new dwelling Not even a possum would live there,” Mr Priddy said The house is located across the road from a park with a creek running through it and sits on an elevated block including a large tree that grew through the front porch The house is well-known among locals and has long attracted speculation The 533 sqm property will go up for auction on November 14 Mr Priddy said there have been a mix of inquiries from families wanting a “blank canvas” for building a new home or developers seeking new projects “It’s incredible what’s happened to the house Where to Find Australia’s Best Inner-City Bakeries By Katya Wachtel By Katya Wachtel By Matheus Marrickville and Brookvale are the uncontested craft beer capitals of Sydney But where do you go for locally brewed beer if you don’t live near either Home brewer Dan Smith saw untapped potential in Gladesville and opened Village Days to give the community a legit Head brewer Patrick Menschik – a master brewer back in his native Germany – is on the tools here He’s populating 12 beers taps with hop-forward styles including the Glades Pale (a recipe perfected by Smith over five years) and classic German ones like a hefeweizen and a marzen clean and malty 2111 Lager poured straight from the tank A tight list of wines and spritzes is also on hand The taproom itself is a handsome spot to sink a few, and was designed by Manly architecture firm North by North, who’s past projects include Bucketty’s Brewing Co in Brookvale and on weekends there’s a food truck (usually local crew The Beef Burger) slinging beer-friendly food out the front Phone: (02) 8859 2354 Website: villagedays.com.au We do not seek or accept payment from the cafes, restaurants, bars and shops listed in the Directory – inclusion is at our discretion. Venue profiles are written by independent freelancers paid by Broadsheet. Knafeh, Charcoal Chicken and Rosewater Desserts: A Local’s Guide to Merrylands Where Chefs Eat: Peter Gilmore Really Knows Crows Nest, Willoughby and More First Look: At El Taco, Ex-Tradies Grill Hard-to-Find Mexican Street Snacks First Look: Berta’s Deli Knows “Everyone Loves a Sandwich” A 120-square metre retail space on the ground floor of 1-3 Wharf Road in Sydney's inner-west has leased for rates similar to the CBD at a gross annual rent of $1000 a square metre This is the highest gross rate in the area which has been trading at a gross rate of about $850 a square metre Read MoreLeasingLatest In PropertyFetching latest articles ABC News News HomeSydney's Gladesville Bridge turns 50Share Sydney's Gladesville Bridge turns 50By Brendan King Gladesville Bridge in Sydney's inner west (Supplied: Roads and Maritime Services) Link copiedShareShare articleOne of Sydney's most iconic bridges, the Gladesville Bridge in the city's inner-west is celebrating 50 years. The arch bridge crosses the Parramatta River between Huntleys Point and Drummoyne and is part of Victoria Road. When it opened in October 1964, it was the longest concrete bridge in the world, measuring 579.5 metres. It held that record until Croatia's Krk Bridge was built in 1980. The huge arch-style might not have eventuated if it was not for a UK-based company in Australia trying to drum up business. The UK firm submitted an alternative design to the Department of Main Roads. Engineer Tony Gee was just 22-years-old when he was given the job to design the bridge. Mr Gee said he was given the huge job because the firm thought it was a long shot and did not want to waste too much money. "So they thought, 'who doesn't cost very much, let's get the recent graduate and send him down there'. "No one had built a concrete bridge of that size before and that must have been a factor that they took into consideration." Mr Gee told 702 ABC Sydney's Breakfast host Robbie Buck that the bridge's four ridges were built by four seperate construction teams. Titan floating crane in use erecting deck beams for the roadway on the Gladesville Bridge (November 1963) (Supplied: Roads and Maritime Services) Enjoying the view was not a problem for the designer. "The little office that we used to monitor and supervise the jacking was right up on top of the bridge, so if anything had gone wrong I would have gone down with it." The bridge is still considered globally significant, said Mark Bennett, senior bridge engineer with Roads and Maritime Services. "It's still right up there with major bridges around the world and it's a testament to the good quality construction and design that the bridge is still in excellent condition. "Post-tensioning and pre-stressing of concrete was new technology at the time. "The deck that you actually drive across was post-tension concrete girders," Mr Bennett said. The construction was supposed to be the centre of a much larger plan and after the bridge was built there was debate whether that plan should be followed. "During the 1950s and 60s an extensive freeway network was being planned for the city. "Gladesville Bridge and its northern approaches were to form part of the north western expressway heading up to Wahroonga where it would join with the Sydney-Newcastle expressway," said Vince Taranto from Roads and Maritime Services, who researches historic road and bridge projects. The construction also caused a bit of protest from concerned locals due to the demolition of historic residences in the area. "It involved the demolition of a large number of properties and also some historic properties," Mr Taranto said. The most notable of these was the mansion St Malo in Hunters Hill. HRH Princess Marina, Duchess of Kent inspects Riverside Girls High School students forming the Guard of Honour (2 October 1964) (Supplied: Roads and Maritime Services) At the time of the construction the protocol to determine if there was too much rain to continue working on the bridge was to hold a cigarette paper up into the rain. "The supervisor would walk out and if there was more than a few drops after a couple of seconds then that was it, work stopped," Mr Taranto said. "So there was a very very high awareness of safety on the site and it's a great credit to the quality of supervision and dedication of the workers that there were no deaths or serious injuries during the project." Will the bridge be here in another 50 years? Mark Bennett thinks so. "Arches are inherently robust structures. The bridge appears to be in excellent condition still, so I'd be quite confident the bridge will still be here in 50 years," he said. Many memories of the bridge came flowing into 702 ABC Sydney Breakfast from callers. Judy from Balmain said she was attending Riverside Girls High School at the time the bridge was opened 50 years ago. The school is on the approach to the bridge on the Gladesville side. Judy remembers watching the opening procession from the playground. "It was quite an exciting occasion, shoes had to be polished, the straw hats had to be all perfect. The rest of the school fraternity, all the other students were in the playground watching from there," she said. Older girls from the school were chosen to form a guard of honour on the special day the bridge was opened by Princess Marina, Duchess of Kent. Another caller, Graeme from Turramurra, said he remembers the previous bridge having no provision for pedestrians. "There was an arrangement with the government bus company, so pedestrians could join a bus on either side of the bridge free of charge." The bridge will be lit at night as part of its 50th anniversary celebrations. Parramatta Eels NRL star Mitchell Moses is looking to sell his duplex development site Parramatta Eels NRL star Mitchell Moses is looking to sell his duplex development site in Gladesville The halfback is seeking $3.3 million for the 790 sqm corner site off-market through BresicWhitney agent Peter Grayson in conjunction with the Ella Elias Property Group Mitchell Moses in action for the Parramatta Eels MORE: Inside Fatty Vautin’s epic beachside penthouse There are approved complying development certificate plans by CHD Design Studio for two homes The attached dual occupancy build cost has been estimated at just over $1.14 million While trying to sell the Western Cres holding its current 1940s four-bedroom home has become available as a $1100-a-week tenancy through Nadim Wehbe at Elias Property Group No doubt the tenants would need to understand the tenancy terms of having to move on should the site sell to a developer Mitchell Moses lists his duplex development site at Gladesville Artist’s impression of inside one of the homes MORE: Racing, PVL’s savvy CBD investment move Save an icon: own a koala oasis for only $5k $2k a night adults-only getaway up for grabs Moses bought the property for $1.8 million in 2020 and leased it initially at $900 a week The rent on purchase reflected a 2.6 per cent gross yield At the time Gladesville houses typically rented out for $735 a week reflecting an annual rental yield of 2 per cent while now houses typically rent for $900 reflecting a 2.1 per cent rental yield The current departing tenant up took occupancy when the asking rental was $900 in April last year The 4-bed home currently on the site is leased out at $1100 a week According to PropTrack the median house price in Gladesville is $2.45m That’s down 4.5 per cent over the past 12 months The Eels playmaker recently completed a Ryde renovation project which was listed for August auction but is no longer appearing on listing websites Moses paid $2.8 million for the four-bedroom three-bathroom Federation-style home nearly two years ago before making what was described as “high-end renovations.” Ella Elias and BresicWhitney had given an initial $2.95 million auction guide It has been withdrawn “for the time being” has reportedly snapped up a larger family home in nearby Hunters Hill Their baby daughter Aspyn Elle turns one later this month MORE: Sydney’s ‘best’ dirt mounds sell for more than $14m Failed cricketer ‘cracks property code’, buys 37 homes in 3 years NRL star Josh Schuster buys ‘worst house’ in ‘best’ location Australian actor Rebel Wilson in Pitch Perfect Wilson owns several Sydney properties including an apartment in Gladesville Hollywood actor Rebel Wilson was no doubt perusing her local property portfolio during her recent trip back to Sydney The Pitch Perfect star owns an investment apartment in Gladesville and two properties in the inner west Ms Wilson paid $740,000 for the off-the-plan apartment in the Bella complex in Jordan St, Gladesville, in late 2015 The project by developer Novarum was completed in early 2017 Ms Wilson’s apartment was recently put up for rent for $660 per week but agency Cobden & Hayson has yet to find a tenant The two-bedroom grassed courtyard apartment is in a boutique block opposite local landmark Christ Church on the corner of Victoria Rd and Jordan St The ground-floor apartment is in a boutique complex The rental ad promotes “stunning designer finishes and fluid living spaces” with an open-plan living and dining area gas kitchen with Smeg appliances and a dishwasher She bought the 1900s freestanding Victorian house for $3.76 million in 2014 it was reported that she spent about $3.85 million on a paparazzi-proof apartment in the former Manhattan book bindery in New York’s Tribeca neighbourhood Jessica Biel and Jennifer Lawrence also bought into the block A Dan Murphy’s at 330 Victoria Road in Gladesville has sold A Gladesville building housing a Dan Murphy’s has been snapped by an investor for $10.8m at a competitive auction The stellar result for 330 Victoria Rd represents a 3.8% yield as the commercial sector begins to stage a recovery after a chaotic 2020 MORE: Inside Karl Stefanovic’s waterfront mansion Inside the homes of Australia’s breakfast TV stars Neighbours’ clever ploy nets six-figure win The landholding was sold by Integral Properties (Aust) Pty Ltd who purchased the site from Fabcot Pty Ltd in 2015 — the in-house retail property division of Woolworths Group The building was owned by Woolworths’ Fabcot Pty Ltd until 2015 Burgess Rawson director Darren Beehag said the property received hundreds of inquires throughout the campaign “The property is on a 15-year lease to 2030 including truly rare options extending a further 40 years to 2070 — a huge investor drawcard,” he said Mr Beehag said the property’s position in an affluent growth area among multi-story residential developments presented an incredible opportunity for thirsty investors “Dan Murphy’s investments are not listed to market often particularly one of this calibre in metropolitan Sydney,” he said “In the well-regarded suburb of Gladesville the property is a stone’s throw away from Sydney Harbour.” the new owner will benefit from Dan Murphy’s paying a net income of roughly $410,184 + GST per annum The 1721sqm property had 1344sqm of floor space onsite parking for 48 cars and homeward-bound exposure to nearly 50,000 cars daily SIGN UP FOR THE LATEST NSW REAL ESTATE NEWSLETTER The stellar result for 330 Victoria Rd represents a 3.8% yield as the commercial sector begins to stage a recovery after a chaotic 2020 MORE: Inside Karl Stefanovic’s waterfront mansion Inside the homes of Australia’s breakfast TV stars Neighbours’ clever ploy nets six-figure win SIGN UP FOR THE LATEST NSW REAL ESTATE NEWSLETTER and Google Photos creator Anil Sabharwal is no exception Having already bought a waterfront home in Gladesville in late 2015 for $3.71 million and recently completed a major redesign of the luxury residence Mr Sabharwal and his wife Jessica have staked a claim on a $5.975 million chunk of waterfront over the back fence The couple’s newly purchased double block of 1500 square metres was previously owned by property developer and race car driver Adrian Mastronardo but sold by the bank with a half-completed residence on the block The purchase by one of Google’s most senior global executives not only takes his Gladesville waterfront holding to 3000 square metres for a total of almost $9.7 million but also secures a private outlook from the rear of this adjoining current home and ends any unwanted potential over-development of the block only returned to Australia from the internet giant’s Mountain View headquarters in California last year having taken up the role of vice-president of photos and communications It’s an impressive return to Australia for the couple who sold their former Sydney home managing director of property developer Veritas first bought the streetfront half of the site in 2000 paying $875,000 for what was then a blond brick house The adjoining 750-square-metre waterfront block with jetty and slipway was added in 2007 for $2.8 million from lawyer Russell Byrnes it was firebombed in the early hours of the morning  when Mastronardo was at home asleep Two suspects were seen outside the house on CCTV footage throwing a molotov cocktail through the front window China’s shopping centre tycoon lists Rose Bay digs and relisted more recently with no price guide with Bresic Whitney’s Nicholas McEvoy There were about 100 people on site to see a handful of registed bidders compete for the property when it went under the hammer in July The Sabharwals’ purchase was only revealed when the couple settled on the property Sydney’s tech leaders are renowned for their big-ticket property plays of recent years, most notably the acreage estate in Point Piper, Fairwater, bought a year ago by tech billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes for $100 million and to which he added a $12 million next door earlier this year Co-founder of email marketing firm Campaign Monitors Dave Greiner splashed more than $24.6 million last year on three apartments and a duplex on oceanfront reserve at Cronulla to create a 1100-square-metre site on which to build his forever home His Campaign Monitors co-founder Ben Richardson and his wife are also undertaking their own site amalgamation of four blocks overlooking the beach at nearby Greenhills Beach with a DA lodged for a $6 million house with a pool and tennis court This is probably not the page you’re looking for