SaveLog in, register or subscribe to save recipes for later.You have reached your maximum number of saved items Remove items from your saved list to add more Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime ShareThe urban dining area at Young’s Wine Rooms in Hawthorn East.Ari Hatzis.Contemporary$$$$ this converted auction house is busy and cavernous – a combination that could easily push the boundaries for those less inclined to a cacophonous room in which to dine But with some clever sectioning into a series of neat nooks Mediterranean influence runs deep in a menu that includes velvety whipped cod roe – pair it with pillowy potato bread – and a couple of chopped garlicky Skull Island prawns atop a buttery twist of spaghettini Hits from the grill include a tender octopus tentacle with seared corn and wilted chicory and a subtly scorched charcoal chook with a fiery lick of harissa A tangy passionfruit brulee cracks and yields in all the right ways Remove items from your saved list to add more. SaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy link The Victorian era mansion is located on Grandview Grove in Melbourne’s inner east suburb of Hawthorn East The property features a 15-metre heated pool and spa along with self-contained two-storey pool house The property features an executive study with garden vistas A marble and stainless-steel kitchen opens to living and dining areas which in turn open to the manicured gardens The master suite features his-and-her dressing rooms and a marble ensuite with balcony access Strathnaver sits on a 2021-square-metre block This secondary study alcove is located in the three-storey tower The formal dining room features oak herringbone parquetry floors The property is set behind remote-controlled gates and a circular drive Share via...License articleIntroducing your NewsfeedFollow the topics, people and companies that matter to you. The Sayers have found a buyer for 14 Grandview Grove Blues footy boss and ex-PwC chief executive Luke Sayers and wife Cate have sold their Hawthorn East mansion for more than $16.5m on the market in October with a $15.m-$16.5m asking range Both Marshall White group sales director John Bongiorno and director James Tostevin but industry sources put the figure at more than advertised RELATED: Bailey Smith splashes $4m on Surf Coast hinterland home Secret plans reveal new twist coming to The Block in 2025 Carlton president to sell Hawthorn East mansion Mr Sayers served as international consultancy firm PwC’s head honcho for eight years but left in 2020 to start the investment and advisory business Sayers Group The Sayers renovated the seven-bedroom house after they bought it almost two decades ago for $4.84m Luke Sayers and Cate Sayers at the Gather Round Welcome Dinner in 2024 A grand first impression once you enter Grandview Grove Strathnaver boasts a 2021sq m garden created by well-known landscape designer Paul Bangay There are also a three-storey tower with Melbourne CBD skyline views and a 15m-long heated pool and spa One outdoor dining area contains a barbecue while a second features a wood-fired stone pizza oven and a third has a water fountain formal dining and sitting rooms that open to the garden The marble- and stainless-steel-fitted kitchen has Miele appliances and a large butler’s pantry Mr Bongiorno said described the seven-bedroom abode Mr Tostevin said the grand residence’s interior warmth and ambience impressive garden and ivy-covered facade had won over purchasers with Strathnaver attracting multiple offers from buyers before its expressions of interest process ended Floor to ceiling windows feature in the bedroom The agent described the home as ‘one of Melbourne’s best properties’ Walk straight from your garage into the gym “A lot of people commented on how much bigger the house looked inside even with the impressive facade,” Mr Tostevin said.He said overseas-based buyers had inquired about the mansion but it ended up selling to a local family The epic views you get from the home’s tower new deputy CEO Graham Wright and CEO Brian Cook at Ikon Park Another impressive Hawthorn East house that’s also up for sale in the area is a four-bedroom residence at 29A Leura Grove the home recently built by design and build company Mazzei showcases a hallway with a dual-level void The kitchen is equipped with a butler’s pantry and a concealed workstation and bar Stacker doors lead to an elevated terrace and self-cleaning Another Hawthorn East house at 29A Leura Grove is on the market for $8.5m-$9.2m The first floor has views from Mt Macedon to Melbourne with a main bedroom including a dressing room Kay & Burton’s Sam Wilkinson said the property had been “very well inspected” ahead of its private auction at December 12 “At the top end of the market in the last month that’s probably an improvement on what we’ve seen in the last few months,” Mr Wilkinson said Mr Wilkinson said that most turnkey houses in good locations were attracting multiple buyers expatriates returning to Australia and internationally-based purchasers Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. 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This is probably not the page you’re looking for This Hawthorn East home will be turned into a childcare centre A Melbourne family have more than doubled the value of their home and are set for a more than $400,000-a-year income stream after an unconventional downsizing move The Hawthorn East homeowners had been considering their next step Vantage Architecture director John Kachami suggested converting the old heritage home into a childcare centre RELATED: $98m childcare deal sealed as centres dubbed ‘the new bank’ Hospitality guru John Forman of Grazeland fame’s new Preston venue Bar Mexico for sale 41,000 Victorian ex-rentals listed for sale in last 12 months: Suburbtrends With just two others operating in the suburb charging up to $167 a child its one of a number of inner-city suburbs grappling with an undersupply of support for young families and ease of access had all the hallmarks of a potential high-end and bespoke childcare facility,” Mr Kachami said “But finding the right operator for the project was critical in turning the idea into reality.” JLL healthcare and life sciences senior executive Mark Stafford helped lock in an ASX-listed operator who will pay $442,000 a year in rent — with annual increases built into the contract The suburb’s median weekly rent for houses is $880 a week A render of how the Hawthorn East home will look once it is operating as a childcare centre it would still be a fraction of what the family will now collect the property is also estimated to be worth $9m once the childcare centre opens in about 9-12 month’s time automated valuations suggest the home is worth about $4.5m Mr Stafford said while turning existing homes into childcare centres wasn’t as common as it had been in the past it could still work in many more Melbourne suburbs where land values were beyond what most operators could afford to pay to establish a new site established locations it’s very much an opportunity — just because of the cost of land,” he said and typically homes need at least 1000sq m of land and typically 2000sq m to work as a childcare centre Proximity to local school hubs where parents might already be travelling can also help Homeowners in many parts of Melbourne’s inner-city areas could try the same trick to boost their property’s value Mr Stafford added that value increases and rental returns would vary from suburb to suburb with an area like Toorak likely to yield higher numbers while Collingwood might generate lower figures — though could be just as viable He added that with government support for childcare increasing reflecting a growing number of families needing a second income and childcare support it was likely there would be rising demand for more centres Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox MORE: Barry Humphries enjoys final $6m payday Mickleham homebuyer pays $600,000 over expectations to get kids off iPad Ronaldo’s mansion to be ‘most expensive ever’ 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. RELATED: $98m childcare deal sealed as centres dubbed ‘the new bank’ Hospitality guru John Forman of Grazeland fame’s new Preston venue Bar Mexico for sale 41,000 Victorian ex-rentals listed for sale in last 12 months: Suburbtrends Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox MORE: Barry Humphries enjoys final $6m payday Mickleham homebuyer pays $600,000 over expectations to get kids off iPad Ronaldo’s mansion to be ‘most expensive ever’ You can now click/tap WATCH to start the live stream You can now click/tap LISTEN to start the live stream You can now click/tap LATEST NEWS to start the live stream A parent at Auburn South Primary School has bravely opened up on the heartbreak unfolding at a primary school in Hawthorn East A car crashed through a fence of Auburn South Primary School with one child tragically killed and four others sustaining serious injuries in the incident who’s child are friends with the injured children told Jacqui Felgate what took place on Tuesday was every parent’s worst nightmare Click PLAY to hear the emotional interview on 3AW Drive “(My child is at home and) trying to look at the news and uncover what’s happened to his friends,” she exclusively told 3AW Drive “(The kids) were at recess at about 2:30pm and they witnessed what happened.” Carlton president Luke Sayers with his wife Cate are selling their Hawthorn East house Ex-PwC chief executive and Blues president Luke Sayers and wife Cate are set to punt their historic Hawthorn East mansion onto the market with a $15.5m-$16.5m asking range the circa-1880s seven-bedroom house – which will soon be listed for sale – features a three-storey tower with 360 degree views a two-storey pool house alongside the pool circular driveway and main bedroom with an ensuite Mr Sayers joined the global powerhouse consultancy firm PwC in the 1990s and later became CEO RELATED: Wayne Carey: AFL great becomes a real estate star to market house with a pub AFL stars late $5m career move NRL v AFL: Star players’ secret riches exposed he left PwC and established the investment and advisory business Sayers Group Mr Sayers has also been Carlton’s president since 2021 he was made a Member of the Order of Australia for his service to business people with a disability and the community Marshall White group sales director John Bongiorno and co-listing agent said the Hawthorn East home was like a “complete oasis” I have seen some of the greatest homes in Melbourne and this is amongst them in terms of the fine renovation,” he said “And Cate has amazing taste and design skills.” Patrick Cripps of the Blues shakes hands with president Luke Sayers after an elimination final between Carlton and Sydney Swans at the MCG in 2023 Mr Bongiorno said the Sayers were selling up as their children had grown up and moved out and it was time for them to relocate after almost two decades in the home They are facing one of Melbourne’s more balanced spring markets but with a residence that impresses on all fronts and offered proximity to some of the city’s best private schools the agent said he was expecting the home would sell well Expressions of interest are set to close on December 2 Pops of bright colour add interest in an interior door There’s also a very cool entertaining set-up A moody study with feature lighting and dark-coloured walls MORE: Kate Langbroek and husband Peter Allan Lewis bid farewell to St Kilda house Toorak: eCommerce giant Ruslan Kogan linked to double St Georges Rd home sale Vic’s most-haunted spots led by pubs, hotels, gaols — but prices keep rising: Ray White Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time But only if you promise we can move back to Carlton when we retire.” My husband’s grudging acceptance of our potential move to Hawthorn East was not the most auspicious start to our new life we’ve come to love the hidden depths and diversity of our rectangular suburb Camberwell and Kew – the Hawthorn East stereotype is Lululemon with a lot of “Where are your kids at school?” thrown in But I can vouch that it has far more going for it than European cars AFL players and entertainment types (members of the Minogue and Newton families are scattered around Hawthorn East and Chrissie Swan also calls it home) There are shopping strips at each end of my street but I recently learnt that neither is actually in my suburb While suburb boundaries across Melbourne most typically run down the middle of roads a strange quirk means our neighbours have claimed both sides of the roads that mark the east and west edges of my suburb these were moved in recent years – some might say to prevent confusion; others might say there’s been a quiet inner-east power struggle that Hawthorn East lost In the west, Auburn Village, founded in 1880 and steeped in history, is claimed by Hawthorn. To the east, both sides of the Burke Road strip are in Camberwell Even the small shopping complex opposite the Rivoli cinema which clearly sits within Hawthorn East’s boundaries has decided to hide its association with my suburb recently changing its name to “Camberwell Place” The Rivoli, heritage-listed with a stunning art deco interior and facade, is a treasure. It’s also in Hawthorn East. Whatever the Camberwell Junction traders might claim on their website, the Rivoli is ours! At the southern border, there was once another, less ornate, cinema – the Toorak Drive-In closing in 1984 before the site became the national headquarters for Coles Hawthorn East’s streetscapes range from $20 million federation mansions to 1970s apartment blocks That diversity itself has become prized – our street and its surrounds were granted heritage protection a few years ago you can ponder the evolution of building styles and materials – from Auburn Station (opened in 1882) to a new six-storey apartment block with sweeping views of the CBD skyline The diversity of its buildings reflects the diversity of Hawthorn East’s inhabitants Nearly 50 per cent of all dwellings are one- or two-bedroom flats – many occupied by students who attend nearby Swinburne Uni Forty per cent of all households in Hawthorn East are renting, which is significantly higher than the Victorian average (less than one third) So how does that diversity lead to a cohesive community I think it comes from the places that bring the community together it started with the Cara Armstrong community kindergarten “Community” is no misnomer – the parents volunteered for roles on the committee that actually ran the kindergarten These were parents with hectic lives made up of busy jobs and young children who gave up hundreds of hours to ensure that the kindergarten established in 1945 by the charismatic and inspiring mother it was later named after We used to hold committee meetings upstairs at the Auburn Hotel built in 1888 and still a thriving pub today Many will remember it as the Geebung Polo Club where I spent some hazy and very loud Sunday afternoons as the sea of teal volunteers who filled its courtyard celebrating Monique Ryan’s victory in the 2022 federal election It’s not called the “leafy east” for nothing It was a favourite place during COVID lockdowns where the space and a view towards the horizon lifted spirits while cavoodles frolicked Rathmines Road Reserve (known locally as Egg Park for a favourite piece of playground equipment) and Victoria Road Reserve – homes of the Hawthorn Citz (junior football) and Boroondara Cobras (cricket) respectively – are more functional than pretty which was once the site of the brickworks that produced bricks still found in houses across the area: a calm oasis among the narrow A community is sustained by the actions of those who live in it another school mum (who is a GP in Hawthorn East) organised a meal train people from our community took turns to drop meals at our door just as special was how they made my family feel “You can actually taste the love,” my husband gushed uncharacteristically Other friends drove the kids to sport and school or took them for sleepovers and even interstate holidays if we don’t end up retiring to Carlton after all it won’t be Hawthorn East’s beautiful homes verdant parks or tree-lined streets that keep us here Sarah Moller is a writer and former lawyer living in Melbourne The Opinion newsletter is a weekly wrap of views that will challenge, champion and inform your own. Sign up here But only if you promise we can move back to Carlton when we retire.\\u201D My husband\\u2019s grudging acceptance of our potential move to Hawthorn East was not the most auspicious start to our new life we\\u2019ve come to love the hidden depths and diversity of our rectangular suburb Camberwell and Kew \\u2013 the Hawthorn East stereotype is Lululemon with a lot of \\u201CWhere are your kids at school?\\u201D thrown in these were moved in recent years \\u2013 some might say to prevent confusion; others might say there\\u2019s been a quiet inner-east power struggle that Hawthorn East lost both sides of the Burke Road strip are in which clearly sits within Hawthorn East\\u2019s boundaries recently changing its name to \\u201CCamberwell Place\\u201D heritage-listed with a stunning art deco interior and facade Whatever the Camberwell Junction traders might claim on their website Hawthorn East\\u2019s streetscapes range from $20 million federation mansions to 1970s apartment blocks That diversity itself has become prized \\u2013 our street and its surrounds were granted heritage protection a few years ago you can ponder the evolution of building styles and materials \\u2013 from Auburn Station (opened in 1882) to a new six-storey apartment block with sweeping views of the CBD skyline The diversity of its buildings reflects the diversity of Hawthorn East\\u2019s inhabitants Nearly 50 per cent of all dwellings are one- or two-bedroom flats \\u2013 many occupied by students who attend nearby Swinburne Uni Forty per cent of all households in Hawthorn East are renting which is significantly higher than the Victorian average () \\u201CCommunity\\u201D is no misnomer \\u2013 the parents volunteered for roles on the committee that actually ran the kindergarten celebrating Monique Ryan\\u2019s victory in the 2022 federal election It\\u2019s not called the \\u201Cleafy east\\u201D for nothing Hawthorn East\\u2019s reserves are diverse Rathmines Road Reserve (known locally as Egg Park for a favourite piece of playground equipment) and Victoria Road Reserve \\u2013 homes of the Hawthorn Citz (junior football) and Boroondara Cobras (cricket) respectively \\u2013 are more functional than pretty \\u201CYou can actually taste the love,\\u201D my husband gushed uncharacteristically if we don\\u2019t end up retiring to Carlton after all it won\\u2019t be Hawthorn East\\u2019s beautiful homes The Opinion newsletter is a weekly wrap of views that will challenge Thanks for reading our coverage of the tragedy at Auburn South Primary School We will end our live updates here for today but will continue to closely cover the incident in the days ahead A woman has been arrested after the vehicle she was driving crashed through Auburn South Primary School fence.Credit: Joe Armao A neighbour who asked not to be named said Burgess Street was normally quiet and people generally stuck to the speed limit he said some people used a median strip outside the school to perform U-turns and head back towards Tooronga Road “They’ll be on [the other side of the road] and then they’ll U-turn to go back that way,” the neighbour said There’s normally a three-point turn involved or they pull into the driveways.” Independent Member for Kooyong Monique Ryan says the community around Auburn South Primary School will come together to support one another Ryan attended the school after the incident but did not speak to reporters “We are all so sorry and so saddened by this devastating tragedy,” she said in a statement “I speak for all in expressing love and sympathy to the students parents and staff of Auburn South Primary School.” Member for Kooyong Monique Ryan.Credit: Alex Ellinghausen Premier Jacinta Allan has released a statement following the tragedy at Auburn South Primary School Allan has thanked first responders and sent her “love and thoughts” to the whole school community “I know tonight Victorians will be thinking of Auburn South Primary and holding our kids even closer,” she said Police escorted media to the outside of the school on Tuesday evening where the car involved in the crash was visible between a large gap in the fence with an awning over the top shading it from the sun Detectives walked by evidence markers placed on the ground as they inspected the car What appeared to be a picnic-style table was seen between the car and the footpath outside the school Opposition Leader John Pesutto has issued a statement offering condolences to all those impacted by the crash on Tuesday afternoon The Member for Hawthorn said the Auburn South Primary School incident was devastating Pesutto said his thoughts and sincerest condolences were with the local family who had lost a loved one today “Auburn South Primary is an outstanding local school with a tight-knit community of students parents and friends and this incident will come as a painful shock,” he said Opposition Leader John Pesutto.Credit: Darrian Traynor I express my sincerest condolences with the students who have been injured their families and the broader school community “To principal Marcus Wicher and the entire staff I also extend my thoughts and best wishes at this difficult time.” The car could be seen through the school fence as police held a press conference on Tuesday afternoon Major collision investigation unit detectives were seen crouched and inspecting the vehicle Police are investigating the incident at Auburn South Primary School.Credit: Joe Armao Inspector Craig McEvoy said the 40-year-old woman from Hawthorn East was arrested at the scene McEvoy said the woman was in custody and was currently being interviewed by police but [are] especially difficult when there are children involved,” he said Inspector Craig McEvoy updates the media after an 11-year-old boy was killed and four other children were injured when a car crashed into Auburn South Primary School.Credit: Nine News Victoria Police Inspector Craig McEvoy says the driver of the vehicle was collecting a child from the school before the crash occurred she’s performed a U-turn and collided into the fence of the school she has struck a table where there were five children seated within the school grounds,” McEvoy said one of those children has passed away whilst being conveyed to hospital “The other four children have been conveyed to hospital and are undergoing treatment for their injuries.” Police are providing an update from the corner of Burgess Street and Auburn Road in Hawthorn East An 11-year-old boy has died after being hit by a car that ploughed through the fence of Auburn South Primary School Police say the boy was rushed to hospital with critical injuries but could not be saved one 10 year-old girl and a 10 year-old boy were also taken to hospital with serious injuries Police at the scene of the crash at the school.Credit: Joe Armao Police say a vehicle was travelling along Burgess Street just after 2.30pm when it veered off the road and crashed through the school fence \\u201CThey\\u2019ll be on [the other side of the road] and then they\\u2019ll U-turn to go back that way,\\u201D the neighbour said \\u201CIt\\u2019s not wide enough for a full u-turn There\\u2019s normally a three-point turn involved or they pull into the driveways.\\u201D \\u201CWe are all so sorry and so saddened by this devastating tragedy,\\u201D she said in a statement \\u201CI speak for all in expressing love and sympathy to the students parents and staff of Auburn South Primary School.\\u201D Allan has thanked first responders and sent her \\u201Clove and thoughts\\u201D to the whole school community \\u201CI know tonight Victorians will be thinking of Auburn South Primary and holding our kids even closer,\\u201D she said The fence\\u2019s metal was crushed and buckled \\u201CAuburn South Primary is an outstanding local school with a tight-knit community of students parents and friends and this incident will come as a painful shock,\\u201D he said \\u201COn behalf of the Hawthorn community \\u201CTo principal Marcus Wicher and the entire staff I also extend my thoughts and best wishes at this difficult time.\\u201D but [are] especially difficult when there are children involved,\\u201D he said \\u201CIt appears it is a tragic accident.\\u201D she\\u2019s performed a U-turn and collided into the fence of the school she has struck a table where there were five children seated within the school grounds,\\u201D McEvoy said \\u201CThe other four children have been conveyed to hospital and are undergoing treatment for their injuries.\\u201D Electrical engineering products supplier NHP is buying the ex-Bunnings headquarters 5295 square metre office at 16-18 Cato Street is believed to be selling for just over $25 million Another c$5.2m was invested on a renovation after Bunnings relocated to Burnley two years ago The site spreads 2269 sqm also with Hall St access (story continues below) Mark Stafford and MingXuan Li with Dawkins Occhiuto’s Andrew Dawkins and Walter Occhiuto were the agents NHP was created in 1968 by Nigel Peck who died seven years ago agent focus may turn to the company’s existing headquarters – covering nearly a hectare on the banks of the Yarra River in River St apartment development site with the potential to rob city skyline views from Hawthorn residents Subscribe to our newsletter at the bottom of this page A former property analyst and print journalist Marc is the publisher of realestatesource.com.au Forgot your password? You will receive mail with link to set new password Back to login Photo: Daniel Pockett/AAP PHOTOSBack on the winners' list Hawthorn will quickly move on from a tradesmanlike 50-point victory over West Coast and ponder how best to cover concussed duo Karl Amon and Jack Scrimshaw All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueThe Hawks overcame inaccurate early kicking to power to a straightforward 18.16 (124) to 11.8 (74) victory over the battling Eagles at Marvel Stadium "It was one of those games that we did what we had to do," coach Sam Mitchell said Sunday evening's return to form came at a cost with Scrimshaw substituted after suffering his second concussion this season when Liam Ryan knee caught him in the head in a marking contest Both will miss Hawthorn's (4-2) next match against Richmond at the MCG on Sunday "We've got two of our defenders who've got concussions and they'll obviously be out for next week in his first match against Hawthorn since his highly-publicised meeting with Mitchell started down back on Mabior Chol on return from being managed It backfired with Allen conceding two goals to Chol early in the second quarter with Mitchell surprised he had been swung back 17 disposals) took a hanger over the Eagles co-captain in the second term and wriggled away from him to snatch a spectacular mark over Lloyd Meek in the third quarter "Mabior played really well," Mitchell said "Mabior's form has been really good the last two weeks in particular So I'm pleased he's getting a bit of reward for effort on the scoreboard." Hawthorn's Jack Gunston kicked a game-high four goals while Josh Battle (29 disposals) won plenty of ball down back The recalled Henry Hustwaite (24 disposals) and James Worpel (24 disposals) were busy as ruckman Meek (57 hitouts) monstered Matt Flynn Harry Morrison was one of Hawthorn's best (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)Eagles Ryan Maric (25 touches) and Brady Hough (23 disposals) fought hard and Ryan snagged three majors while Harley Reid kicked two excellent second-half goals Hawthorn battled with woeful inaccuracy in front of goal They took a 28-point lead into the main break then nudged their lead out to 37 at three-quarter time "We sort of gave ourselves what we thought was a chance with about six minutes to go; score was about five goals down," McQualter said "So we sort of pulled a few levers to get a bit more aggressive and go after the game and then they got those final three goals." Former Eagle Tom Barrass was quiet down back and thrown forward in the last quarter Jack Ginnivan could come under scrutiny for kicking out at Jack Graham after the Eagle pushed him into the ground in the second term Jeremy McGovern could garner attention for a late "It didn't seem like there was much in it," McQualter said West Coast (0-6) host Melbourne at Optus Stadium on Saturday Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy 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 An amazing 'executive' pad in Melbourne owned by The Block's Shaynna Blaze has hit the rental market The 61-year-old is asking for an eye-watering $2500-a-week for the two-bedroom two-bathroom townhouse in upmarket Hawthorn East The real estate guru redesigned the dazzling investment property herself Shaynna is leasing out the home fully furnished and has thrown in a fortnightly clean as part of the rent, reported The Daily Telegraph. Features include a beautiful first floor entertainment deck that boasts stunning views of the Melbourne skyline and includes a pergola and charcoal BBQ. There's also another deck off the master bedroom on the second floor, which also boasts a dressing room and glorious en suite styled as a tribute to the Palace of Versailles. Its luxury resort style features include heated floor, hand rails and a steam and double shower. Highlights also include an oversized gourmet kitchen with dual ovens and LED display cabinets. Other features include a private dining room, while the main living area offers a gas marble fireplace. It comes after the Block judge recently revealed the surprising reason she has now launched her music career. The celebrity interior designer explained in an Instagram video that she doesn't see music as a reinvention, but a long-overdue return after her music career was paused when she became a mum. 'There's lots of reasons why music was on the backburner for me. Initially it was my family. I just wasn't making enough money to support them,' she said in the message which posted in May. 'It was about getting other avenues of income...you just don't make a lot of money.' 'On top of that, my kids were getting older and I used to sing when they were young. I'd put them to bed, go to sing and then come back, and my parents would look after them. But it got to the stage where my daughter was 14 or 15, she was going out to parties. And I was like "I think I need to be around".' The Block judge said that it 'hurt' her not to perform, to the point where she couldn't listen to music for a very long time. 'I missed it. There was something that really hurt listening to music so I actually stopped listening to music for a while. The songs that I loved I didn't play anymore. I suppressed it only because I missed it so much,' she confessed. Shaynna shocked fans in April when she revealed she would be releasing her 'very first' music single, called Warrior. 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No one seems to have shared their thoughts on this topic yetLeave a comment so your voice will be heard first. {{message}} the 11-year-old killed after a car crash at the school in the inner-Melbourne suburb of Hawthorn East 3 min readPublished 30 October 2024 7:30am ShareGet SBS News daily and direct to your InboxSign up now for the latest news from Australia and around the world direct to your inbox.Your email address *Morning (Mon–Fri) Maples Early Learning has leased a Hawthorn East childcare centre after a commitment to a rival fell through Starting net annual rent for the 96 place facility at 760 Toorak Road the three level Hawthorn East building will contain 784 square metre over three floors and a basement car park with 21 bays There will also be a 700 sqm outdoor play space The property hit the market last July after a pre-lease deal to Nino Early Learning in 2021 fell through starting annual rent was a little lower – $5200 per place “Building delays resulted in a sunset expiry of the previous lease,” Mr Caspani-Muto said (story continues below) “A new builder was appointed to the project in the third quarter of 2024,” he added “This outcome shows how the bar continues to lift in terms of average market rentals across inner eastern Melbourne with rates between $5000-$5500 per place for a childcare centre now common,” according to the executive “There are a number of highly attractive fundamentals and points of difference in this property that we expect will drive operational success “The two major features…are the standout design and high-end finishes “The centre also benefits from its excellent location near two major intersections [Toorak and Tooronga roads] this service will be front of mind when considering where to send your kids” Mr Peluso added the complex is opposite the Tooronga Village shopping centre “While it can result in short-term stress for a developer either under construction or near completion has resulted in a superior outcome for the landlord or developer,” he said based their house’s design on properties found in Italy’s famous Tuscan region A Tuscan-style Hawthorn East house sold for more than $600,000 above reserve for $5.051m on Saturday The sum fetched by 36 Tourello Ave was one of Victoria’s top sales for the week with PropTrack figures showing the state achieved a 63.1 preliminary per cent clearance rate from 358 early results available Gary Peer & Associates Carnegie director Leor Samuel said the four-bedroom residence inspired by the owner’s love of Italy’s Tuscany region RELATED: Comedian Joe Avati reveals epic plans for Hawthorn home with hidden speakeasy Works begin at Andy Lee and Rebecca Harding’s crumbling Hawthorn manor, Ravenswood Former Treasurer Josh Frydenberg and wife Amie put Hawthorn home on the market “Some vendors opt out of selling in winter when many people head off to Europe,” Mr Samuel said “But the lure of a Tuscan-inspired house brought out many buyers.” Ray White Victoria and Tasmania chief auctioneer Jeremy Tyrrell from the state’s largest real estate agency said Melbourne’s winter market remained buoyant although with smaller auction volumes thanks to the school holidays the organisation’s 174 scheduled auctions across Victoria saw an average of 2.2 bidders per home “Even though Melbourne experienced a chilly icy snap and subzero temperatures this week the real estate market is still toasty warm,” Mr Tyrell said Water features and topiary in the Hawthorn East house’s garden The formal living and dining room has high ceilings and a gas fireplace A Californian bungalow at 51 Burnell St, Brunswick West, listed by Ray White Brunswick director Jamil Allouche sold for $1.29m yesterday Mr Allouche said that six buyers had indicated they were keen to bid but in the end two different groups became “pretty combative” as they competed for the keys in an auction lasting about 10 minutes In Melbourne’s east, a two-bedroom house at 24 Ayr St, Blackburn South, changed hands for $1.426m Brunswick West features leadlight windows and high ceilings with ornamental details is in both the Laburnum Primary School and Box Hill High School zones Ray White Burwood director and auctioneer Jichen Quan said there were four bidders for the property “The house is in a good location which was a big drawcard,” Mr Quan said “We had about 40 groups go through the home they were mainly family home buyers and then a small number of investors.” 40mm stone benchtops with a waterfall edge and 900mm stainless-steel appliances take centre stage A three-bedroom Sydenham house with a $710,000 reserve sold for $800,000 Barry Plant Taylors Lakes partner Andrew Koulaouzos said the 38A Chittenup Bend residence fetched $801,000 after four bidders took part in the auction PropTrack is expecting 724 auctions in Victoria next week MORE: Melbourne home price growth revealed: 306 suburbs where values rose | PropTrack South Yarra: Jam Factory precinct to get $2.75bn New York-style revitalisation Simple homebuyer mistake could cost you $100,000 Hawthorn East is set to welcome a rare new apartment development with plans submitted to the Booroondora Council for a mixed-use building at 775 Toorak Road The $4.5 million plans, put forward by development management firm GAAGE Developments are for a new six-level building with 22 one two and three-bedroom apartments above two street-level retail spaces and one office tenancy The new building will replace a single-level red brick home that dates back to the early 1960s Kings Lane Architects has designed the building with a combination of render and textured ribbed concrete finish neutral earthy tones and extensive glazing There will be five dwellings on each of the first to fourth floors The sixth floor will house two larger apartments: a two-bedroom unit with a south-facing balcony and a three-bedroom plus study unit with a northeast-facing balcony The rooftop will offer a 94 sqm communal open space The development will also feature three commercial tenancies on the ground floor, two with frontages on Toorak Road and one accessed from the building’s central core Parking will be provided in a two-level basement through a mix of single spaces and double vehicle stackers The basement will also include individual storage lockers for residents and a bicycle parking room with space for 26 bicycles using a Ned Kelly rack storage system We're on a mission to radically improve the quality of Urban communities being developed across Australia We aim to showcase every development in Australia to help you find the perfect new home a prestigious project poised to redefine the benchmark for luxurious living within the esteemed City of Boroondara the development introduces a new echelon of sophistication promising residents an unparalleled lifestyle Boasting a prime location merely 50 metres from a plethora of local amenities Sierra Hawthorn offers seamless access to the city's finest offerings establishing itself as the quintessential abode Sierra's avant-garde architectural design stands as a testament to ingenuity and aesthetics captivating even the most discerning homebuyers Distinguished by two captivating courtyards that provide an oasis for relaxation and entertainment this development seamlessly merges indoor and outdoor living featuring dual lanes for effortless entry and exit exemplifies practicality married with elegance facilitating a life of comfort and refinement Ample studies within the premises offer spacious catering perfectly to the demands of a thriving work-from-home culture Sierra Hawthorn redefines leisure with an array of on-site amenities meticulously curated to elevate your lifestyle the state-of-the-art resident-only gym boasts cutting-edge Technogym equipment The 22-metre lap pool beckons for a refreshing swim leaves an indelible impression on all who enter evoking a sense of grandeur and refinement Sierra Hawthorn offers an assortment of 1 and 2-bedroom apartments as well as terrace homes ensuring a harmonious alignment with individual lifestyle needs From intimate apartments to spacious terrace homes Sierra caters to a diverse range of preferences Situated in the esteemed City of Boroondara Sierra Hawthorn enjoys the distinct privilege of being nestled within the vibrant Hawthorn precinct Sierra lies within the coveted postcode 3122 Its proximity to renowned bars in Hawthorn further enriching the cosmopolitan lifestyle it offers Embark on this journey of opulence by contacting us today Sierra Hawthorn presents an exceptional opportunity to revel in the pinnacle of luxury living Experience the epitome of refinement as you make Sierra your abode View the privacy policy Victorian premier says ‘dark shadow’ has been cast over city after collision at Auburn South primary school in Hawthorn East A child has died and four others remain in hospital with serious injuries after a car crashed into a school in Melbourne’s inner east Emergency services rushed to the collision that occurred just after 2.30pm on Tuesday afternoon at Auburn South primary school in Hawthorn East Police confirmed on Tuesday evening that one student had died while four were being treated for “non-life-threatening injuries” was taken to hospital with critical injuries but he has since died,” police said Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email one 10-year-old girl and a 10-year-old boy were also taken to hospital with serious injuries police said the female driver had been arrested and would be interviewed by officers Police said the 40-year-old driver had driven to the school to collect a child who was in the car at the time of the crash Both the driver and the child in the car were unharmed The incident occurred when she performed a U-turn crashed through a fence and into a table where five children were sitting Speaking from the school on Tuesday afternoon, Victoria police inspector Craig McEvoy said “it appears it is a tragic accident” and had been tough on ambulance workers and other first responders These events are always hard where there’s death and serious injury but especially difficult when there’s children involved,” McEvoy said Today should've been an unremarkable sunny Tuesday for the Auburn South Primary School community a dark shadow has been cast over our city and state A parent of a student at the school told 3AW radio that her son’s friends had been injured by the car crash describing it as “every parent’s worst nightmare” “They were all out there and witnessed it happened,” the parent She said she received a text message from the school alerting parents then began seeing police cars as she drove to pick up her son “You could see all the parents racing down there to make sure they were OK,” she said “Everyone with their children was just hugging each other said he was monitoring the “terrible incident unfolding at Auburn South primary school” I am monitoring the terrible incident unfolding at Auburn South Primary School. I've asked @VicGovDE to be on standby to provide whatever supports are needed.I’ll be thinking of the whole school community in the days and weeks ahead Carroll said he had asked the education department to provide the necessary support to the school community “I’ll be thinking of the whole school community in the days and weeks ahead,” he said A spokesperson for the department said it was working with staff students and parents to support them “during this deeply distressing time” “Our thoughts are right now with the entire Auburn South primary school community,” a statement said Police said the cause of the incident was being investigated sent her “love and thoughts” to the students and school community “Today should’ve been an unremarkable sunny Tuesday for the Auburn South Primary School community. Instead, a dark shadow has been cast over our city and state,” she said in a post on X. “I know tonight Victorians will be thinking of Auburn South Primary, and holding our kids even closer,” Allan said. John Pesutto, the Victorian opposition leader who is also the member for Hawthorn, said on Tuesday afternoon that the incident was “heartbreaking” and would come as a “painful shock” to the school’s tight-knit community. “My thoughts and sincerest condolences are with the local family who has lost a loved one today,” Pesutto said. It will be the end of a four decade era in Melbourne office leasing circles with Coles making the surprise decision to quit its long time Hawthorn East National Store Support Centre for one in town The group will also be swapping campus style accommodation for high rise – choosing Cbus Property’s 720 Bourke Street The 30,000 square metre space over 10 floors – to be vacated by Medibank – will house some 5000 staff Cbus will now fully electrify the building with a distinctive atrium over connecting staircases (pictured Coles is expected to move there in mid to late 2027 Coles will quit the entire c39,400 sqm at 800 Toorak Road Hawthorn East – in the pocket of Tooronga – with a dozen six level buildings – which it has occupied since 1986 Known in office investment circles as Battlestar Galactica almost half in a multi-level garage (story continues below) Sam Alter’s epc.Pacific developed it and owns half bought the balance from Investa Office Fund It is believed Coles would have been presented with significantly valued incentives at 720 Bourke St with Melbourne’s CBD office vacancy rates at a record high 18 per cent – 4.3pc above the (also high) national average who represented the occupier with Lucy Munday technology and our way of working continue to evolve this move represents an exciting transformational and generational shift that will support the business well into the future with a focus on positive change and better connection for their team” That agency also committed Medibank to nearby 693 (also known as 699) Collins St, Docklands developer Lendlease sold the 70,000 sqm office on a fund through basis for $1.2 billion to the National Pension Service Plan of Korea Add videos to your saved list and come back to them any time have been arrested following an alleged crime spree across Melbourne Media advisor Caitlin Knight says the youths were arrested in Hawthorn Sunday night after they allegedly committed an aggravated burglary in Rosanna and car chase across Melbourne’s east “The same offenders allegedly then stole a Toyota wagon … in Hawthorn East about six pm that night,” she told Ross and Russ Haunting questions have surfaced in the aftermath of a horror crash at a Melbourne east primary school on Tuesday where a 40-year-old driver ploughed through a fence hitting five children and killing 11-year-old Jack Davey Unsettling questions have emerged about the events that led to a tragic crash at a primary school in Melbourne's east on Tuesday striking five children and resulting in the death of 11-year-old Jack Davey.   At least five children were struck by the car, two 11-year-old girls a 10-year-old girl and a 10-year-old boy were rushed to hospital after being seriously injured in the accident died on his way to the hospital after being critically injured when the SUV struck the group of children who were seated on a table by the fence.  The white SUV was affixed with green p-plates at the time of the collision although it is not yet known what license the 40-year-old driver held Victoria Police understand the vehicle was travelling along Burgess Street when it left the road and crashed through the school fence just after 2.30pm whom the driver had picked up from school shortly before the crash was also in the passenger seat of the car but was uninjured Several questions surrounding what led to the fatal accident have surfaced in the days following a spokesperson from the Department of Education reportedly informed media that the driver of the car had experienced a medical incident the police later reported that the driver lost control of the vehicle while attempting to make a U-turn after picking up her child from school "After collecting the child she’s performed a U-turn and collided into the fence of the school where unfortunately she has struck a table where there were five children seated within the school grounds,” Police Inspector McEvoy said on Tuesday The Department of Education has since confirmed to SkyNews.com.au that it is unaware of where the information about a medical episode came from.  but police confirmed to this outlet that she was taken from the scene to a police station and was not transported to hospital the driver of the car had attended a two-hour meeting at the school before collecting her child just moments before the tragic accident.  a spokesperson for the Department of Education said it was unaware of the meeting was arrested at the scene but was released on Wednesday without charge spoke outside Auburn South Primary School on Thursday "Words can't adequately describe the utter devastation we feel as we come to terms with the sudden brother and friend to many," Mr Davey said "We find comfort in reading the many messages and memories of Jack and how his life and energy was a positive influence on so many in the community at just 11 years old "He is our beloved son and brother who remains very much alive in our hearts and memories as we piece together our lives with his spirit going forward." Mr Davey expressed his gratitude to the school staff "You have wrapped your arms around our family peace and support in a time of unspeakable tragedy," Mr Davey said entrepreneur Jason Scher selling modern Scandi-style padAlesha Capone is owned by food and wellness entrepreneur Jason Scher Potato king and entrepreneur Jason Scher has listed his Hawthorn East house featuring modern Scandi-style interiors with a $2.7m-$2.9m price guide then less than a decade later sold it to industry giant Proctor & Gamble RELATED: Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg and wife Amie selling Hawthorn home Hawthorn: Victorian terrace home with 4500-bottle wine cellar for sale Boroondara record set in Victoria Hill, Camberwell, penthouse sale Mr Scher has launched the frozen food business Potato Utopia which has products sold in Woolworths supermarkets Another of his ventures is the Destination Italy brand of pizzas and gelatos stocked by Coles Kay & Burton director Grant Samuel said Mr Scher was selling his five-bedroom home at 3 Deanlea Court with plans to upsize in terms of entertaining and living it offers fantastic scope for families,” Mr Samuel said two Neff ovens and a butler’s pantry in the kitchen saw the property upgraded with interiors by the Hawthorn-based designers Studio Doherty “I really love that contemporary Scandi-style there they have gone with through the renovation,” Mr Samuel said Known for its minimalism and use of natural materials Scandi style embraces practicality and often uses light and neutral colours A fireplace keeps the main living area cosy The abode’s main living zone boasts polished concrete floors and a Heat & Glo gas fireplace two Neff ovens and a butler’s pantry take centre stage in the kitchen the main bedroom suite offers a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite consisting of a double vanity shower with a rainfall head and mirrored cabinetry two bathrooms and a fourth study and bedroom with light colours and functionality define contemporary Scandi style Auburn High School and Lauriston Girls’ School plus Auburn Rd and Camberwell Junction’s shops and cafes Mr Samuel said the nearby schools were a huge attraction for many buyers including locals and overseas-based purchasers MORE: Brighton: ‘Ripper’ house boasts home cinema, wine cellar, plunge pool Palatial Templestowe property could set new record with whopping $12.7m+ price tag Hurstbridge: Architectural four-bedroom oasis in Melbourne’s northeast could sell for $3m+ the middle-class attraction of the middle-ring `burb occupying the high ground of Melbourne’s east was evidenced by its early adoption of private schools it ranked alongside St Kilda as the area with the most private schools per capita (clearly catering to the children of “persons engaged in Melbourne in business” who resided there) Time has seen Hawthorn continue to keep up with the real estate Joneses of Melbourne as any traipse along the healthy Glenferrie Road shopping strip will reveal One of the benefits of the Hawthorn West location is that it’s a gateway to some of Melbourne’s other affluent suburbs “We have clients from Ivanhoe and Heidelberg right across to Doncaster and Templestowe who find it easy to visit straight from the Eastern Freeway,” she says “We also have a number of clients from Stonnington and Bayside who find it easy as we are literally just across from where the suburbs meet on the river.” wellness centre The Feel Good Hood will do for your body and mind what Frey will do for your home by dint of movement and meditation classes “Hawthorn is definitely a great area for this kind of business,” says owner Shawn Abeysiri safe area where people want to live their best life.” with Jock Langley from Abercrombys Real Estate Mansfield: The all-seasons destination that prides itself on ‘the basics of country living’ Armadale: Melbourne’s best ‘burb to scratch your label shopping itch Shakespeare Grove is part of the George Coppin estate. It has an elevated location and easy access to all of Hawthorn’s key facilities, including the river. Most properties on the western side of the street enjoy captivating city views. An amazing Italianate mansion called The Terricks that we sold in Patterson Street a few years ago. A lot of these period homes need work, but this one was so exquisitely renovated. There were a number of prestige buyers who were disappointed to miss out on that one. We seem to do more transactions in the Hawthorn area in an off-market environment – that enables vendors to take advantage of quick and efficient no-fuss transactions. Market fundamentals in the area do seem to be improving at the moment. 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 Victoria Police officers have been seen delivering groceries to the woman who killed a young boy when she lost control of her car outside a primary school Daily Mail Australia spotted the two officers making the delivery to the driver's Hawthorn East home on Friday morning Jack Davey, 11, was sitting with his friends on an outdoor bench at Auburn South Primary School, in Melbourne's east last Tuesday afternoon when her Toyota SUV crashed through the fence and into a group of Year 5 students Jack suffered critical injuries and died on the way to hospital Four other children - including two 11-year-old girls a 10-year-old boy and a 10-year-old girl - were seriously injured and remain in hospital Police are yet to lay any charges against the driver who has been in hiding since the tragedy happened Images captured by Daily Mail Australia indicate an inspector was among the Victoria Police food delivery mission 'The investigation into the fatal collision in Hawthorn East remains ongoing Police officers continue to work to support the welfare of those involved,' a spokesperson told Daily Mail Australia The bizarre move follows a request by Victoria Police to media organisations to leave the driver alone 'This incident has had an absolutely traumatic effect on everyone involved,' the statement began 'We are aware there are media personnel at the Hawthorn East address of the woman who was driving the car involved in the crash 'Whilst we understand and respect your interest in what happened and subsequent reporting we kindly ask that you move on from the address as it's causing deep distress to family The delivery will come as a slap in the face to the friends and family of young Jack who are clinging to hope police pursue charges against the driver 'The system is f**ked,' the father of a young boy who was a mate of Jack's told Daily Mail Australia It is understood the 40-year-old P-plate licence holder had just collected her child from the school and performed a U-turn before tragedy struck It has since been revealed the driver had attended a two-hour meeting at the school prior to the crash but details about the meeting remain unclear Police are still investigating what caused the mother to lose control of her car A source claimed she drove over the medium strip got stuck and  accelerated hard and lost control Crash scene investigators are building a mechanical reconstruction to examine the angle of the driver's seat She was arrested and released following a police interview shared his gratitude for the outpouring of love and support for his son 'We find comfort in reading the many messages and memories of Jack and how his life and energy was a positive influence on so many in the community at just 11 years old,' his father He is our beloved son and brother who remains very much alive in our hearts and memories as we piece together our lives with his spirit going forward.' Mr Davey penned a heartbreaking tribute to his 'beautiful son' 'A shooting star who blessed us for 11 years with love I cannot comprehend the life ahead without you The local council has organised a community support hub at a nearby park set to be open from Thursday through to Sunday 'We invite community members to come together and access support and referral services during this difficult time,' the City of Boroondara posted to social media friends and the entire school community who are grappling with this devastating loss.' Lucy Pristel, who organised the GoFundMe page for Jack's family, described him as a valued member of the Titans basketball community and Gladiators football club, as well as a keen futsal player. The money is intended to support the family with costs related to the loss of their son and to allow them to take time away from work. An emotional Ms Pristel, whose son was a close friend of Jack and played on the same basketball team, said the outpouring of support was been incredible.  'We just want them (the Davey family) to do what they need to do, to be honest with you,' Ms Pristel told Sunrise on Thursday.  'All we want to do is let them know that we are so behind them and we support them any way that we possibly can. We just want them to know that they are so, so loved.'   Ms Pristel said the crash was 'every person's worst nightmare' and that the fund was the best thing the community could do for the family as they process the tragedy.  'We just wanted to relieve some pressure for them. Nothing will change. The pain they are going through, the pain they will always go through. We wanted to ease it a bit for them,' she said. 'In your wildest dreams you just can't [imagine]. There are just no words.'   Victoria Police officers deliver groceries to woman who killed boyCommenting on this article has endedNewest{{#isModerationStatus}}{{moderationStatus}} On the market with a guide price of $20 million, Nambour is a huge landholding in the heart of Hawthorn, Melbourne.  The 1897 mansion was first built for Charles William Gray, a wealthy businessman who made his money in the dairy industry.  The Queen Anne-style villa looks like something out of a fable, with bay windows, ornate stone detailing, and a pointed tower known as a ‘candle-snuffer roof’.  Inside, the home is just as magical. You enter into a gorgeous reception hall with soaring ceilings decorated with intricate plaster details in the shape of vines.  On the left is a bright, airy study with a one-of-a-kind black marble fireplace and views to the garden beyond.  Across the hallway, a formal living room invites visitors to sit and admire the Art Nouveau fireplace surround, whitewashed arches, and polished hardwood floors.  The Melbourne couple who finally hit at auction – and the Sydney vendor who wanted out The Block's Shaynna Blaze lists her 1880s Hawthorn East home for rent Grand circa 1888 Hawthorn estate 'Cleveland' just listed There is even a double-height ballroom with huge ceiling panels for an authentic fairytale experience.  The front part of the house has retained all its period details, but the back half of the house is more contemporary in flavour.  Here, there is an open-plan kitchen and living area with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the heated pool and spa. A separate poolhouse and home gym offers handy extra space for the lucky buyers. 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) A heritage protected red brick home described as one of the best examples of a Queen Anne villa in Melbourne’s leafy Hawthorn East is a step closer to being repurposed as a childcare centre Vantage Architecture’s John Kachami is behind the proposal affecting 1093 Burke Road the executive pushed forward a change of use for the 1571 square metre Neighbourhood Residential 3 zoned site The move would see the four bedroom c1900 dwelling undergo a major extension The gardens would also be restored while a car park is expected to be developed Based on the starting annual rent ($442,000) the asset should be worth about $9m upon completion next year The deal comes a fortnight since we reported another Hawthorn East childcare centre hit the rental market which backed out of the deal following construction delays with yearly rent expected to exceed $500,000 (story continues below) the proposed Burke Rd centre is about 10 kilometres east of Melbourne’s CBD “With demand and utilisation rates increasing throughout the childcare market our team has noted a continued rise in the cost per place the tenants are willing to pay to secure new locations,” JLL’s Mark Stafford Places in the exclusive Stonnington area circle nearly $4000 today “The future centre is ideally positioned close to Camberwell Girl’s Grammar…Camberwell Grammar Canterbury Girl’s Secondary College and Carey Baptist Grammar,” according to the executive “As government support continues to increase in the childcare sector we are continuing to see an increase in two working parent families across Australia,” the agent added “placing increasing pressure on existing early childhood education networks” size of the landholding and ease of access had all the hallmarks of a potential high-end and bespoke childcare facility” but “finding the right operator for the project was critical in turning the idea into a reality” The four-bedroom, four-bathroom and four-car-space property at 30 Leura Grove, had a price guide of $3.5 to 3.8 million. Jellis Craig Hawthorn director and auctioneer Richard Winneke declined to disclose the reserve price, but said it was within the range. The house is on a 581-square-metre parcel of land near Anderson Park and Burke Road shops the market was pretty positive,” said Winneke about results in the eastern suburbs “Buying in Hawthorn and Hawthorn East is very desirable It was one of 1011 auctions scheduled in Melbourne on Saturday Domain Group recorded a preliminary auction clearance rate of 61.1 per cent from 737 reported results Withdrawn auctions are counted as unsold properties when calculating the clearance rate a landlord sold their three-bedroom Victorian house in post-auction negotiations on Saturday The house at 67 Bellairs Avenue sold to a young family for $1,125,500. But only after it was passed in at $1.101 million. The suburbs rising so fast they soared past $2 million in just three months Three generations of Australian mothers share their different journeys into the property market The 106 suburbs that are cheaper to buy in now than five years ago revealed The house had been quoted at $1.05 million to $1.15 million. Jas Stephens listing agent and auctioneer George Alexander placed a vendor bid at the bottom of the range to start the auction. The only buyer at the auction bid $1.075 million before a second vendor bid was placed at $1.1 million. Negotiations between the buyers and vendors led to a sale price that exceeded the $1,120,000 reserve price. Alexander said that increased costs for landlords had caused a rise in listings. “People are just saying there’s no point holding on to rental properties any more – they’re selling. The rental crisis is going to get worse and worse,” said Alexander. The buyers had rented in Yarraville after moving from Geelong. Alexander said they had plans to renovate the single-level Victorian. 1 Bath1 ParkingView listing In Elsternwick first home buyers paid $730,000 for a renovated two-bedroom apartment The successful buyers beat two other competitors for the property at 8/20 Victoria Street. Bidding in the auction commenced at $630,000, and it was declared on the market at the reserve price of $690,000. “The location is what really attracted everybody – right across the park, across the road from Elsternwick shops,” said auctioneer Oren Flamm of Flare Real Estate. “The market is really saturated at the moment,” Flamm said. “But when a really good apartment comes on the market, nothing else matters, buyers will come.” 1 Bath− ParkingView listing The first home buyers will move in from a rental in South Yarra The vendors had raised their family in the apartment and were upsizing to Caulfield North an updated Victorian two-bedroom house went to auction on Saturday but was passed in after no bids The asking price for the property at 37 Smith Street was $820,000 to $880,000. Biggin&Scott director and auctioneer Andrew Crotty said three buyers had registered to bid at auction, but due to personal circumstances did not attend on Saturday. “We’re finding that the market is steady,” he said. “We’re seeing fewer people at inspections, but everything is either selling before, during or after [an auction], and nothing is hanging on the market for long.” Crotty said the property was a “really pleasant, really charming, renovated cottage. We’re confident that it will sell in the next day or two.” AMP chief economist Dr Shane Oliver said high interest rates and delayed rate cuts were restraining demand in the Melbourne property market. “The preliminary clearance rate was 61.1 per cent, which will probably get revised down to 57 to 58,” Oliver said. “We’ve got a pick-up in listings which is relatively high compared to Sydney. Some of those listings could be distressed sales. Demand is struggling.” Oliver said that the Reserve Bank’s decision to hold interest rates was progressively having an impact on the market. Ex-Carlton footballer turned property developer Fraser Brown has completed a swank uber-green office in Melbourne’s leafy east The owner of Brown Property Group – which mainly develops low density housing estates – filled half the four storey Those tenants are now fitting out tenancies Mr Brown paid $9 million in 2017 for the 1209 sqm Commercial 1 zoned block making way for the project The parcel is near an ex-Volvo dealership at Hawthorn East, near Camberwell Junction, which former Collingwood footballer Paul Tuddenham, as part of a consortium, replaced with a major office investment five years ago Lemon Baxter’s Josh Tebb is the leasing agent (story continues below) The only new office development in Hawthorn 2-4 Roche Street contains upper-level private terraces some capturing postcard city skyline views Also with luxury end of trip facilities the asset is targeting a 4.5-star NABERs rating In May we reported BPG outlaid over $150m for the 70.4 hectare outgoing Cranbourne Golf Course 39 kilometres south east of Melbourne’s CBD One of Hawthorn East’s most-esteemed homes has come to market with the potential to smash the suburb’s price record The seven-bedroom residence ‘Talana’ at 1 Harcourt St has $20m-$22m price hopes it would surpass the area’s highest sale which was ‘Ellerslie’ at 16 Harcourt St RELATED: Hotly contested sale of 131-year-old mansion Epic European-style estate has ‘golfer’s paradise’ Tourism whiz selling Sorrento shed with $16.5m+ price tag ‘Talana’ last changed hands for $10.799m in July 2014 which would mean it would nearly double in price if it sells at the asking price An ornate dining room in the stately mansion Marshall White Stonnington director Marcus Chiminello who is managing the listing in conjunction with Belle Property Balwyn agent Kellie Liu The triple-brick abode is reminiscent of Queen Anne Federation architecture of Melbourne and was designed by architect John Beswicke in 1900 A Gothic arched entrance leads into the abode which has polished Jarrah floors throughout the house There are a number of living zones including the large living and dining room with a gas log fireplace The kitchen fitted with Miele appliances and granite benches Connecting to the family room is the kitchen with Miele appliances and granite benches the property has a north-south facing mod grass tennis court and pool with dragon fountains The property also comes with its own freestanding summer house with a kitchen bedroom and storeroom which is perfect for guest accommodation Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox MORE: Bombers’ legend inches closer to deal ahead of Cup weekend Ex-MasterChef star, radio host’s pad has more ovens than beds Hawks’ premiership player DJ’d power couple’s 40th birthday owned by Australian Rare Earths Limited’s chairman Angus Barker A restored circa-1882 Hawthorn East mansion set to become the suburb’s first $20m+ house is leading the charge of top-end homes coming to Melbourne’s market this year Named Charlton, the impressive residence featuring a 14m-long pool, tennis court and gardens by famous landscape designer Paul Bangay has a $20m-$22m asking range. The current benchmark was set by the $19.5m sale of 16 Harcourt St in 2022 RELATED: Hawthorn: Former pub-turned home full of historic charm, huge cellar 104-year-old Hawthorn East house flies nearly $500k over reserve Airplane house, Hawthorn East home with ‘kickarse’ party set-up fly high Chairman of ASX-listed exploring and mining services company Australian Rare Earths Limited which is working towards extracting metals used in electric vehicles wind turbine drives and household appliances from a site straddling the Victorian-South Australia border The 14m-long Bisazza tiled and heated swimming pool sits next to a change room and pool shower pavilion Glenferrie Rd and Camberwell Junction’s retail and restaurant precincts The atrium-style entrance leads the exquisite library a dining room and a guest’s downstairs bedroom suite Mr Wilkinson declined to comment on Charlton’s owner but public records show the five-bedroom home at 35 Harcourt St belongs to Mr Barker the 3422sq m property has leadlight windows climate-controlled wine cellar and children’s retreat and media room Mr Wilkinson said Charlton’s owners had restored and renovated the home with the works completed by prominent late interior designer Stuart Rattle plus architects Craig Stoll and Lovell Chen it really is a showstopper,” Mr Wilkinson said The house is part of a Boroondara Council heritage precinct — including 1 Harcourt St, another contender for the Hawthorn East price record after being listed last year with a $20m-$22m asking range. The 3422sq m property has hosted more than 100 guests for special events Custom-designed cabinetry in the Calacatta marble-fitted kitchen featuring a Lacanche double-oven grill and stove as well as two dishwashers Top end buyer’s advocate David Morrell said the Mornington Peninsula’s typically-busy summer buying season often provided an indication of what would happen in Melbourne’s blue-chip areas later in the year But Mr Morrell said the Peninsula had experienced “carnage” in December and January with a lack of big transactions thanks to the state government’s recent land tax changes applied to holiday and investment properties “We’ll have to see what happens as it rolls around the bay closer to Melbourne,” he said Expressions of interest will close at 5pm on February 27 Also on the market is 115 Mont Albert Rd, Canterbury And 14 Linlithgow Rd, Toorak MORE: 33-year-old worth $10m shares top tip to retire rich One of Burwood’s first houses has grapevines on site good enough for its own wine label International buyers flock to Victorian home listings with New Zealand at the top of the pecking order tennis court for saleAlesha Capone A multi-award winning Italianate mansion where up to 200 people have partied could set a new Hawthorn East house price record The five-bedroom house at 149 Victoria Rd is on the market with $18.5m-$20m price hopes the property could overtake the suburb’s existing $19.5m benchmark the circa-1886 Victoria Rd home has been extended with a three-level rear addition and underground basement linked by a lift RELATED: Hawthorn: Mansion with pontoon sails onto Hawthorn’s most expensive list Hawthorn: Ex-Carlton & United Breweries boss Peter Filipovic lists 133-year-old home Award-winning Hawthorn abode with underwater games room listed for $10m keyless entry and eight-car garage with car lift The property is thought to have been designed by architect John Edmund Burke whose works include 1890s-era shops near Hawthorn Town Hall timber and marble materials feature throughout the mansion Abercromby’s director Jock Langley described the cinema as a “real theatrical experience” Rathgar formerly served as the consul for Belgium’s residence and a girls’ school Abercromby’s director Jock Langley said the owners had hosted many parties and large-scale events “The tennis court was purpose-built to fit a marquee,” Mr Langley said The “glamorous” house was remodelled with the aim of retaining its period features The stately Italianate facade maintains its historic character The wine cellar has bluestone brick flooring “They’ve created quite an extraordinary house by combining the old and the new they have used a lot of material sympathetic to the original house,” Mr Langley said “I think the full package exemplifies what a modern family compound can be.” Rathgar won two gongs in the 2019 Housing Industry Association Victorian Housing Awards Home of the Year and Renovation/Addition Project of the Year This luxurious bathroom is one of six in the property It also received the national HIA renovation award Mr Langley said he had received more than 20 inquiries about the property within less than 24 hours of it being listed online MORE: St Kilda East: Step back in time to the ‘70s at mid-century time capsule Doncaster East: Mansion owned by hospitality kingpin scores $4.05m record price James Cameron selling his California ranch for $49.1m after moving to New Zealand A renovated family home in leafy Hawthorn East exceeded its reserve price by $400,000 to sell at auction for $3.75 million on Saturday A young family beat four other competitive bidders to take the keys of the five-bedroom entertainer’s residence at 24 Pleasant Road in front of a crowd of 100 people The price guide was $3 million to $3.3 million for the two-storey home bidding instantly cleared the reserve price of $3.35 million All five bidders were young families looking for a recently renovated home in an exclusive location The successful bidders will move into the suburb to be close to sought-after schools in the area three bathrooms and a modern open-plan kitchen area with butler’s pantry The entertainer’s ideal indoor-outdoor living space also features an outdoor kitchen and barbecue with a balance of formal rooms at the front and an entertaining area at the back,” said Kay & Burton Boroondara partner Scott Patterson The auction was one of 513 auctions scheduled in Melbourne on Saturday Domain Group recorded a preliminary auction clearance rate of 62.9 per cent from 369 reported results But the supply of these family homes in the inner-east suburbs is low and is likely to slow even further during winter These properties sell like hotcakes,” said Patterson a house that had been gifted by parents to their children while they studied at university was sold for $980,000 on Saturday The reserve price for the property at 14 Oxford Drive was $850,000 but bidding quickly surpassed that price Four bidders contested with only 15 bids made during the proceedings as 200 people watched the former vendors had bought the property for $620,000 for their children to live in while they studied at La Trobe University “They never actually bought the home to try for it to have good investment potential They have been pleasantly surprised,” said Ray White Bundoora’s Rayni Jerram two-bathroom home is near Plenty Road and tram route 86 The buyer was an older man who had rented in Bundoora for many years Other registered bidders included young families where it’s really close to a lot of the transport options but it’s also in a nice street that people want to live in it as well,” said Jerram a two-bedroom apartment sold on Saturday for $600,000 to a first-home buyer from Western Australia The auction was brought forward a week early because of a bid placed eight days before the original auction date The apartment had a price guide of $485,000 to $530,000. The first-home buyer surprised the owner of 3/16 Bignell Street when she submitted a bid of $530,000 on Friday The auctioneers and the owner decided to bring forward the auction by a week to Saturday rather than settle after the first bid “The owner thought it was a sign because they were waiting for the auction to start and then the rain cleared and a massive rainbow came out,” said Nelson Alexander Flemington Partner Ryan Currie The Western Australian was represented by an advocate who won the apartment from two other bidders “She was in Perth sitting around on speakerphone with her family Ray White chief economist Nerida Conisbee said that the clearance rate from Saturday is below a healthy market but it’s not a super-fast recovery that we’re seeing in Melbourne Interest rate rises are still cutting into buyer demand,” she said “The top end of the market is doing the best for the really expensive properties in really premium locations.” “Given that we’re starting to see a bit of a recovery in prices we should start to see more properties come up for sale we should start to see a more normal market.” A young family beat four other competitive bidders to take the keys of the five-bedroom entertainer\\u2019s residence at in front of a crowd of 100 people three bathrooms and a modern open-plan kitchen area with butler\\u2019s pantry The entertainer\\u2019s ideal indoor-outdoor living space also features an outdoor kitchen and barbecue \\u201CThe home had a good layout for a family with a balance of formal rooms at the front and an entertaining area at the back,\\u201D said Kay & Burton Boroondara partner Scott Patterson \\u201CIf we had another 10 of these homes These properties sell like hotcakes,\\u201D said Patterson The reserve price for the property at was $850,000 but bidding quickly surpassed that price \\u201CThey never actually bought the home to try for it to have good investment potential They have been pleasantly surprised,\\u201D said Ray White Bundoora\\u2019s Rayni Jerram where it\\u2019s really close to a lot of the transport options but it\\u2019s also in a nice street that people want to live in it as well,\\u201D said Jerram The apartment had a price guide of $485,000 to $530,000 The first-home buyer surprised the owner of when she submitted a bid of $530,000 on Friday which matched the unit\\u2019s reserve price \\u201CThe owner thought it was a sign because they were waiting for the auction to start and then the rain cleared and a massive rainbow came out,\\u201D said Nelson Alexander Flemington Partner Ryan Currie \\u201CShe was in Perth sitting around on speakerphone with her family but it\\u2019s not a super-fast recovery that we\\u2019re seeing in Melbourne Interest rate rises are still cutting into buyer demand,\\u201D she said \\u201CThe top end of the market is doing the best for the really expensive properties in really premium locations.\\u201D \\u201CGiven that we\\u2019re starting to see a bit of a recovery in prices we should start to see a more normal market.\\u201D