Tiny slivers of land with electricity boxes – some even sporting hazard signs – have been selling for unimaginable prices across Sydney
The latest sales saw three small properties previously owned by Ausgrid change hands late last week in Sydney’s lower north shore
including two properties in Mosman and one in Neutral Bay
These sales followed a raft of Ausgrid land sales in April
Yet the properties have sold for huge prices due to the lack of empty land in what are some of Sydney’s most sought after locales
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37 Vista Street is only 101 sqm with an electricity box on it
a 101 sqm block which hosts an electricity substation and an old structure had a price guide of $475,000 with reports showing it sold over $650,000
a triangular shaped piece of land set across only 31.6 sqm
The Neutral Bay land neighbours a structure that shows hazardous and “keep out” signs
the property sold for more than three times that amount at $189,000
according to reports of those who attended the auction
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Keep out and hazard signs line the Neutral Bay block
The other Mosman property up for grabs was a 50 sqm block on the corner of Bardwell Rd and Lindsay Lane
Reports indicated it had a guide of $300,000 and sold just over for $360,000
Selling agent BresicWhitney’s Scott Thornton said the sites captured the imagination and interest of the market
“Buyers could see the potential and how unique they were
The desirability of the lower north shore also drove demand
with the area remaining one of Sydney’s most sought-after lifestyle destinations,” he added
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Corner Bardwell Road & Lindsay Lane is only about 50 sqm
50 sqm substation property sells around $360,000
Agents say it would take a creative buyer for these types of properties
It comes as other electricity box properties had been offloaded earlier in the month selling between $800,000 and $1.8m via Belle Property’s Simon Harrison
Mr Harrison said he had “never sold anything like them”
The properties were attracting “a lot of interest” because they were an opportunity to get into popular north shore suburbs for a cheaper price
“We are getting some interest from first-home buyers and mum and dad-types who want to build something
You’d have to be very creative,” he said prior to the sales
Social media has erupted over one of the listings – the Longueville block that already went to auction – with comments ranging from puzzled to furious
Many of these properties still have live electricity boxes that can’t be moved
“This has to be a late April fool’s joke,” said one comment
A common theme was disappointment that the site was not being used for open space instead
create a small park for wild life and people to access
That block is not suitable for a home or town house
That would be a shoebox of a unit with no yard
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A tiny patch of grass roughly the size of two carparking spaces has hit the market in Sydney for an astonishing price
The 31sqm triangular sliver of land at 9 Anderson Street in Neutral Bay in the city's north shore has a price guide of $60,000
Real estate agency BresicWhitney described it as a 'rare and intriguing offering' with 'untapped potential'
The site is wedged between the road and the back of the Neutral Bay bowls and tennis club
with an unsightly electrical transformer box on the kerb
While the property has been marketed primarily as an expansion opportunity for immediate neighbours
this parcel of land presents one of the most unique opportunities to hit the Lower North Shore in recent memory,' the listing states
it now offers untapped potential - whether as an acquisition for immediate neighbours or something more ambitious.'
Situated in the leafy heart of Neutral Bay
the plot is within walking distance of Military Road
a number of green spaces and a ferry wharf
While the property does not enjoy the same views of Sydney Harbour as its neighbours
it is only a short walk to Cremorne Reserve and the Neutral Bay marina
It is zoned for private recreation and is available for individual sale or as a bundle along with two other assets listed by the agent
are substantially larger and feature brick buildings which appear to have formerly housed power infrastructure
Both have power boxes on site and are zoned as as low-density residential
One parcel sits at 37 Vista Street on 101sqm with a price guide of $475,000
on the corner of Bardwell Road and Lindsay Lane is roughly half the size at 50sqm with a price guide of $300,000
All three properties are available for inspection and will be actioned on April 30
'These sites represent what may well be the most unique offerings in some time on the Lower North Shore,' Mr Thornton told Mosman Collective.
'We're expecting good buyer interest to mainly be shown from neighbours, locals and individuals seeking a unique property investment or value-add, that likely won't be available again for some time.'
Social media users were quick to poke fun at the listing, with one writing: 'I hate what Sydney has become'.
'Can pitch a tent. That's about all!' another agreed.
'Really only in bloody Australia that this will happen, people are so greedy that's why we have this real estate crisis,' a third said.
Another more optimistic user said she would be interested in building a granny flat on the Anderson Street property if she could afford it.
Daily Mail Australia has contacted Mr Thornton for comment.
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Woolworths will continue trading at Neutral Bay’s Grosvenor Lane over the Christmas period
following a lease extension negotiated by Coles with the supermarket chain
which will allow Woolworths to remain open until February 2025
gives North Sydney Council additional time to consider plans for redeveloping the site
including a tender process aimed at realising a community plaza
The supermarket was originally scheduled to close this month
expressed its support for North Sydney Council’s decision to call for tenders to deliver a public plaza at Grosvenor Lane
The plan envisions underground parking funded by the development
which Coles regards as a key community asset
Coles indicated that the tender process would allow greater transparency
especially if council priorities and principles for the plaza are factored into the tender criteria
Hamilton noted that the tender should outline any incentives
to make the project economically viable while adhering to community benefit goals
sought to construct a mixed-use development featuring six levels of residential units above a new Coles supermarket
received support from local precinct committees
an independent planner recently opposed the six-level residential design
prompting Coles to submit a revised development application with a reduced height of three residential levels
Hamilton explained that this reduction impacts the project’s ability to finance the plaza and underground parking fully
Coles has nonetheless expressed a willingness to proceed with the original scheme
contingent on council approval for additional height
which would ensure sufficient funding for community facilities
The Coles proposal has been the subject of resistance by Arkadia
the property owner of retail outlets on the south side of Grosvenor Lane
who have expressed concerns about loss of vehicular access to shopfronts and a lack of contestability over plans to develop the lane’s council carpark into a plaza
Arkadia has proposed its own alternate plan
North Sydney Council stated that the plaza objective has been embedded in Council’s Development Control Plan for over a decade
Council granted Coles owner’s consent to submit a development application for Grosvenor Street
and underground public parking to support the pedestrian plaza
Council “resolved to enter into direct negotiations with Coles” on the proposal
recognising its potential for delivering the public plaza
yet significant height variation issues under the Local Environment Plan remain unresolved
Council has also extended owner’s consent to Arkadia allowing it to submit a DA involving Council Land
Arkadia had not submitted a DA at the time of writing
Council adopted a Probity Plan to guide interactions with Coles
aiming to ensure transparency and governance in the negotiation process
Council’s endorsement of the Neutral Bay Village Planning Study reaffirmed the plaza as a core priority
yet Council noted that discussions with Coles remain limited due to ongoing assessment challenges linked to proposed height variations in Coles’ application
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Having secured gazettal approval for their major Neutral Bay site earlier this year, Woolworths' development arm Fabcot has submitted plans for a new $169 million development that would reimagine the space into a new mixed-use precinct
The proposal seeks to replace the current structures with a mixed-use development featuring 70 residential apartments
extensive commercial spaces—including a new Woolworths supermarket and medical facilities—a public plaza
The project, on the corner of Yeo Street and Rangers Road, envisions a six to eight-level building that aligns with the vision for Neutral Bay's future growth
aimed at providing diverse housing and enhancing community interaction within a highly accessible urban precinct
Plans are for 11 one-bedroom apartments, 29 two-bedders, 28 three-bedrooms, and two four-bedroom apartments, a diverse mix aimed to attract a wide demograpghic from young professionals to families and downsizers, in response to the need for varied housing options in Neutral Bay
The design, by Koichi Takada Architects, emphasises harmony with the local environment, drawing inspiration from Neutral Bay’s landscape
including the surrounding sandstone gullies and indigenous Angophora trees
This biophilic approach integrates greenery throughout the building’s structure and promotes a natural aesthetic that contrasts with the urban setting while fostering a stronger connection between residents and their surroundings
Thoughtful design elements ensure optimal living conditions
such as corner and through units to capture district views and maximise natural light
as well as landscaped terraces and façade overhangs to offer visual privacy and support resident wellbeing
In addition to expanding residential options and retail offerings
the development aligns with the Military Road Corridor Planning Study
which aims to introduce community-focused facilities and improved public spaces within the area
The ground-level public plaza serves as a focal point of the development
intended to encourage community engagement and round-the-clock activity
Designed with both functionality and aesthetic appeal
the plaza will feature landscaped seating areas
and designated zones for seasonal events and community gatherings
retail and dining establishments are expected to offer services throughout the day and evening
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Lions Hearing Clinic has opened four new hearing centres in New South Wales
including a flagship location in Neutral Bay
as the Western Australian clinic network looks to bring its evidence-based hearing care model to a wider Australian audience
Owned by Ear Science Institute Australia (Ear Science)
Lions Hearing Clinic operates as the only clinic network in Australia managed by an ear and hearing research institute
with all profits going to support Ear Science’s research into hearing disorders
Brand advocate and former Australian cricketer Justin Langer
a long-time client of Lions Hearing Clinic
citing the clinic’s role in treating his own hearing issues
Langer recently shared his experience with the challenges of hearing loss
noting the importance of early intervention and specialised care
“Struggling with things like vertigo and tinnitus can be debilitating… it is not a weakness to ask for help.” Langer credited Lions Hearing Clinic with providing the support needed to manage his conditions
particularly during periods of stress and physical exhaustion
mark Lions Hearing Clinic’s first presence outside WA
According to Ear Science CEO Sandra Bellekom
the NSW expansion aligns with their mission to improve access to high-quality
commission-free hearing services nationwide
She emphasised the clinic’s commitment to delivering outcomes based on research-backed methods and its close partnerships with ENT specialists in New South Wales
“Our research showed demand in NSW for excellent evidence-based hearing care that was commission-free and of the highest standard,” Bellekom said
Lions Hearing Clinic advocates early intervention for hearing issues
pointing out that one in six Australians experience hearing impairment in their lifetime
Indicators such as difficulty distinguishing speech
and trouble hearing over the phone are early signs that could benefit from professional assessment
Standard hearing tests at Lions Hearing Clinic take between 75 and 90 minutes
covering services from tinnitus management to hearing aid fittings and ear wax micro-suction
Lions Hearing Clinic is offering free hearing assessments
at all four new locations until the year’s end
The clinic is located in the Big Bear shopping centre
thanks to a new state government housing policy
The total deal for the five houses was $75m
Property owners within 800m of 171 nominated sites around NSW are sitting on potential gold mines
all thanks to a new state government policy to encourage apartment development
The policy could potentially double the value of homes and in one case in Sydney’s east a vendor who “couldn’t get a nibble at $8m” for nine months has now sold his humble property for $16m
all railway stations or shopping centres close by public transport
are revealed in the second stage of the State Government Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy
These new laws will override existing council regulations concerning height and floor space ratio for housing development
The policy changes planning controls within 800m of well-located shops
services and transport hubs to allow low and mid-rise housing of up to six storeys high
the lower Hunter and Newcastle and Illawarra-Shoalhaven on the south coast
Real reason Hemsworths moved to Byron Bay
Rose Bay had most recently been operating as the Rose Bay Family Medical Centre
Some of the earliest to benefit are five homeowners in Dover Rd
which is close by one of the nominated sites — the Rose Bay Town Centre
The five have sold their properties for a total of $75m to an apartment developer in a deal negotiated by Alex Lyons and Ric Serrao of Raine and Horne Double Bay
The pair couldn’t discuss the $75m price tag when contacted due to a confidentiality agreement
though the mega sale is the talk of Rose Bay and other reliable sources confirmed it
The rumoured purchaser was Fortis Property Group
which director Charles Mellick confirmed when contacted
saying simply: “We’ve purchased the site on long settlement terms
which will provide enough time for approvals and the commencement of construction.”
Mellick also confirmed that the new housing policy was the motivation
hinted at the deal in a Facebook post on the weekend
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“Our office just sold a site last week … we had one client who had been trying to sell their house for nine months … he couldn’t get a nibble at $8m
which property records show is a three-bedroom house on a 544sqm block that had been operating as the Rose Bay Family Medical Centre
The four other blocks in the $75m deal range in size between 496sqm and 546sqm and are just regular rundown homes
Serrao said of the policy: “It is real gold
if you’ve got an unrenovated house on a large block of land.”
But he said there would be both winners and losers
with the losers those homeowners wanting to sell that fall just 20m from the designated sites
He also said residents near the new development sites could expect increased traffic
policy documents say: “The NSW Government is committed to supporting a choice of well-designed and sustainable homes in well-located areas within walking distance of shops
Property values obviously vary in different areas
though insiders say homeowners across the state could benefit from the new policy by negotiating with developers
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The Thomas family will retain ownership of one of Sydney’s most famous watering holes
after being unable to secure what would have been a record $175 million pub sale
The sprawling double-storey venue at 118 Military Road, which the Thomases have owned and operated since 1975
was put on the market almost two years ago through JLL after they received a number of unsolicited approaches
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Neutral Bay was on the market with a $12m guide last year
Neutral Bay’s Cossington is in a league of its own
artfully blending Queen Anne Federation elegance with a sleek contemporary renovation by Jorge Hrdina Architects
Steeped in history, this 1429sq m estate at 70 Shellcove Rd was built around 1888 for the celebrated artist Grace Cossington Smith with other famous owners including members of the Hooker clan (of the eponymous real estate agency) and the Thomas family who owned the Oaks Hotel
After an appearance on the market late last year sporting a $12m price guide
the historic home is now newly listed via Geoff Smith and Ross Nesdale of Ray White Lower North Shore with amended $10m expectations
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Dancing granny set for $20m win
The home is built on a 1429sqm block and there’s a resort-style pool
It’s had a sleek contemporary renovation by Jorge Hrdina Architects
Records show the IT entrepreneur Damian Huon bought the five-bedroom house in 2019 for $8.1m
the meticulously restored and updated residence has a 363sq m internal footprint and a host of period features from high 14-foot ceilings and stained-glass windows to a grand foyer and reception room
Formal living and entertaining spaces surround a central gallery
connected via French doors to a wraparound veranda
The wraparound balcony is part of the appeal
Traditional gardens feature a fusion of English-inspired greenery with Asian influences beside a resort-style pool
A long stone island bench sits centre stage in a kitchen with European appliances including two Miele ovens
as well as two dishwashers and integrated fridges
The two-storey modern addition connects to the original wing via a long courtyard framed by walls of glass sliding doors
It has a vast family room with yet another fireplace
the main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe plus ensuite with dual shower heads and a freestanding tub
Upstairs is a family bathroom and three bedrooms
each with built-ins and one with an ensuite
Additional features include a study or fifth bedroom
automatic gates and a double lock-up garage with extra gated driveway parking
James Spenceley and the Sustainable Australia Party’s William Bourke
have refuted suggestions in a widely circulated leaflet that they are soft on over-development and thus should be rejected at the September 14 election
Bourke described the campaign’s author as having” jumped the shark.”
Neutral Bay community activist Meredith Trevallyn-Jones has authorised a new brochure endorsing the Real Independents’ Zoe Baker and Labor’s Godfrey Santer as the best candidates to oppose developer claims as the state Labor government moves to mandate rapid expansion of medium rise constructions across the LGA
But independent Spenceley is targeted because he once voted for an extra floor on one Neutral Bay development as well as a higher car space ratio for apartment constructions
who’s ticket in the ward is headed by Michael Want this year with Bourke at number two
is targeted because it is allegedly “aligned with the James Spenceley /Jilly Gibson faction.”
the two targets of the brochure refute the claims made
Spenceley told the Sun “To define me as pro-developer is simply fiction designed to mislead the public and the authors know that via our extensive direct and in-direct conversation
You only have to look at the motions and actions I’ve taken on Council
It was my own urgency motion that repealed the original 12 stories for Neutral Bay
yes my motion that took 12 stories away from Neutral Bay town centre at the expense of developers
The author and the team they support know this
But they clearly wish to mislead people in an overt and disgusting grab for votes.”
Spenceley also said he had successfully advanced a motion that removed apartment blocks from the Residential R3 Zone
“This greatly reduces rampant apartment over-development across our area and had many developers very angry
It was also my motions that put the interim heritage orders on 26 cottages on Parraween Street against a major developer.”
He said he was “bemused” that the main criticisms of him were his belief that large apartments should have sufficient car lots in order to keep owner vehicles off the street and that he “voted for just one extra floor literally not visible from the street on one apartment building in return for a million-dollar contribution towards a community plaza.”
Spenceley said that “placing Sustainable Australia and myself in a bloc with Jilly Gibson who I’ve voted against the majority of the time is plainly stating they want power more than they respect our voters
It is Labor who wants to put 4 to 6 storey apartment blocks in all our streets and our “real” independents who vote with Labor 98% of the time.”
voted with Labor and Real Independent councillors on nearly all substantive planning votes in the last term
while dissenting from them regularly on other governance and political issues
Bourke sought to place the Trevallyn-Jones campaign in some perspective
describing it as from “a single member of the community that is endorsing the Real Independent/ Labor Party faction.”
“I was bemused and disappointed that an individual person claimed that I was developer friendly
I have been often a lone voice in this council against overdevelopment
I think anyone who has been watching this council to any reasonable degree would see that flyer as a ludicrous smear,” he told the Sun
Bourke continued “there’s been a number of rezoning or planning proposals where
where I was the only councillor to oppose the demolition of a perfectly good building and massive up zoning of that site
I was the only councillor to oppose council’s submission on the (state government) Transport Oriented Development plan in Crows Nest because I felt it wasn’t anywhere near strong enough in pushing back.”
“My view is that this single member of the community has jumped the shark in terms of claiming what I stand for
“I’m really proud to be running in this election in the group of St Leonards’ Michael Want
who was our candidate in Willoughby in the state election
who is similarly concerned about overdevelopment and also Sarah Kok in Cammeraygal
who has been very active against overdevelopment and for the protection of heritage in community campaigns such as Holt Avenue.”
“I’m now claimed by supporters of both the Real Independent/Labor Party faction and the Mutton/Gibson Group faction as being part of the other faction
I think this tells you that my record in council as an independent voice for our environment
the Sustainable Australia Party will focus on integrity
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The second is geared towards teppanyaki grill cooking and okonomiyaki
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Springy buckwheat noodles come like a temple offering beside a bowl of hot broth
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An 18-year-old man has been charged following an alleged assault on a woman on the north shore
The 36-year-old woman was walking down Wycombe Road in Neutral Bay after 3.30am on Thursday when the man allegedly covered her mouth from behind
pushed her against a garage door and removed his pants
“The woman was able to kick and bite the man before he fled on foot towards Military Road,” police said in a statement
The woman suffered a cut to her elbow from the incident but did not require medical attention
Police released CCTV images of a young man they believed could assist with their inquiries
A police statement said the 18-year-old man was arrested at Manly police station and charged with taking a person with the intent of committing a serious indictable offence
inflicting actual bodily harm with intent to have sexual intercourse with the victim
and carrying out a sexual act without consent
The man was refused bail and was due to appear in Parramatta Local Court on Saturday
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An encounter with a pack of coyotes in Yosemite sparked the creation of ‘Foothold’
a short film by emerging local filmmaker Zoé Clifford-Sellam
must find the determination to navigate a treacherous mountain climb to survive
“Directing ‘Foothold’ was more than just a project; it was a deeply personal journey for me,” Clifford-Sellam said
“The idea for this film sparked during a solo trip around California
where I found solace and inspiration in the mountains
The mountains have always been my sanctuary
but that serenity was shattered one winter day in Yosemite.”
who holds a Bachelor of Arts from UNSW and furthered her studies at the University of San Diego
drew on this experience to craft a narrative of resilience and determination
“Women face countless challenges every day
and we confront them with unwavering determination
even in the face of insurmountable odds.” Clifford-Sellam says
The young filmmaker’s directorial and editing work has gained recognition
including praise from a Sony representative for ‘Foothold’
was a finalist in the Take48 Film Festival and screened at Dendy’s in Newtown
The Short and Sweet Film Festival showcases pieces that are 10 minutes or under from a variety of genres
animation & documentary and filmmakers under 25; which Foothold if a part of
in-person judges will pick their top two films of the night which will be screened at the Gala Final on May 17
Tickets available here: https://shortandsweet.org/festivals/film
The original home was designed and built in the 1880s by English architect Walter Liberty Vernon, who later became the government architect and whose notable buildings include the Art Gallery of NSW.
The current owners engaged architect Luigi Rosselli and Atelier Alwill to make the home more family-friendly, with spaces to both come together and escape.
An old-home enthusiast, Rosselli admires the beautiful details and craftsmanship often found in historic residences and likes to work to amplify the vision of the original architect where possible.
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From creating a feature of the once-hidden staircase to installing four pairs of arched steel-framed, glazed doors connecting the separate living spaces, Rosselli has given the home a wonderful facelift while respecting Vernon’s elegant design.
An ill-fitting 1980s addition at the rear of the property was demolished to make way for an open, light-filled living space with floor-to-ceiling glass doors sliding away to provide easy access to a paved terrace and heated pool. A mature hedge forms the back boundary.
Back inside, soft curves, including a moulded feature fireplace, and calming base colours have been combined with an inspired material palette that includes linen curtains, herringbone timber floors and a selection of marbles.
Alwill interior designer Alice Benn describes marble as like “an artwork in itself”, with each slab provoking different emotions. In the kitchen, the calacatta max marble, with its caramel overtones, ties in beautifully with the woven timber panels that form the front of the island bench.
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In each bathroom, marble is the hero, adding a splash of bold colour alongside Brodware tapware.
In the upper-level main bedroom, privacy is ensured with what Rosselli poetically calls “dancing shutters”, a set of six exterior timber shutters that “open and shut all together in synchrony like a beautiful ballet”.
Landscape architects Dangar Barin Smith worked closely with Rosselli to overcome the project’s biggest challenge: concealing the double garage from the street. Tucked under verdant gardens that form the pedestrian entry to the home, the garage adds one more modern amenity to this lovely property without detracting from its heritage charm.
“Everything has been redone to the highest spec and the new owners can just move into the home and enjoy it straight away.” Michael Coombs, Atlas Lower North Shore
Close to good schools and a 15-minute commute to the city, it’s within walking distance of the ferry wharf and Military Road shops and restaurants.
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The B-Line Project team and Transport for NSW are excited to announce Be Here
a public art display on selected utility boxes located at B-Line bus stops along the corridor from Mona Vale to Neutral Bay
This series is just one example of our Transport Arts program
that aims to make journeys more enjoyable and meaningful
explores the faces and places that define the Northern Beaches and Lower North Shore
From indigenous foundations of the sacred land
plants and vistas that exemplify our unique beauty
to the people who have made and make us – this is Sydney’s north; this is who and what we are
Working with an experienced art consultant to provide thorough research and guide the public art process
twenty-two unique artworks have been selected which embrace the creative vision of Be Here
Thirteen professional artists have applied their creative visions to each of the boxes which represent a significant connection and relevance to the Northern Beaches and Lower North Shore
To connect each utility box along the 27km stretch of main roads
a linear theme has been developed by artist
who has applied a consistent story using vibrant colours and patterns to complement each singular piece
Look out for these new artworks located on small and large ITS cabinets at your local B-Line bus stop
View galleries of the artworks here
is on display at B-Line bus stops between Mona Vale and Neutral Bay towards Sydney’s CBD and is in line with the key objectives outlined in Transport for NSW’s Creativity Guideline Principles
Find out more about the artworks and artists
Artist Elliott Routledge created the linear artwork concepts on 22 cabinets along the corridor to tie in each local artwork as part of the Be Here
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Footage has emerged of an expensive luxury BMW in an affluent area covered in pink graffiti
leaving Aussies to speculate what the car owner could have possibly done to deserve the deed
The grey X5 M model which sells for $200,000 was spotted parked on a busy street in Neutral Bay on Sydney's lower north shore on Thursday
The car's bonnet and passenger doors were covered in messages scrawled in pink paint
Both left passenger windows were also vandalised
The windows also had multiple pink lines where the paint ran and then dripped on the passenger doors
A call-out to Nathan was posted online by the Mosman Collective Instagram account.
'Not sure what’s going on here,' the footage was captioned.
'But if your name is Nathan and you own a flash, grey BMW that’s parked on one of Neutral Bay’s busiest streets, someone needs you to call them ASAP.
'I hope you’ve got the car detailer on standby.'
The brazen act took place in a well-heeled area of Sydney, where the median price for a house in Neutral Bay is $3.225million.
The median price for an apartment is $1.245million, according to Realestate.com.au data.
Viewers were not just astounded by the creative vandal, but what Nathan must have done to drive someone to such a desperate act.
'Nathan has been a naughty boy!' one said.
Another added: 'Nathan’s baby mumma lookin' for him!'
A third quipped: 'Nathan is about to become a dad!'
Another made a Fatal Attraction reference, adding: 'I hope he doesn't own a rabbit and a large saucepan.'
Other viewers urged Nathan to keep clear.
'Poor Nathan’s got himself a stage 5 clinger,' one quipped.
Another wrote: 'Run Nathan!' another wrote.
And according to some, the vandal also struck Nathan's home.
'It’s all over where Nathan obviously lives too. Hope Nathan rings soon or we will have a very ‘pink’ street,' a neighbour wrote.
But the person desperate to get Nathan's attention may have broken the law in vain.
'Unfortunately they had either the house and the car confused. Shown car is owned by next door to house that was vandalised,' one wrote.
Another added: 'It’s on my neighbour's garage door as well'.
But someone claiming to know Nathan revealed a good reason why the person hadn't heard from him.
'I know Nathan, he’s overseas right now with his partner! I’ll be sure to let him know!' they wrote.
And while the graffiti has been seen as humorous by many Aussies, it is a criminal offence.
Under Section 195 of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) heavy penalties can be prescribed to anyone who intentionally or recklessly destroys or damages property belonging to another.
If the value of the property does not exceed $5,000, it will be handled by the Local Court.
In NSW the maximum penalty is two years imprisonment, and the maximum fine is $5,500.
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Real Housewife of Sydney Krissy Marsh has revealed how she went from splitting her first home with her three sisters to now owning a multimillion-dollar property empire
Dubbed the “property princess” on the first season of Real Housewives of Sydney
Ms Marsh has returned for a third season full of new twists and no doubt more drama
What the show doesn’t screen is the full story of how Ms Marsh obtained a lavish life by hustling in the property industry
“I bought it with my sisters in Clayfield … so all four of us bought the house,” she said
adding she contributed a $15,000 deposit saved from a modelling gig
Krissy Marsh returns for season three of Real Housewives of Sydney
“We were super lucky because it ended up virtually doubling in value,” she said
but I walked away from that with a good deposit and I really wanted to own by myself,” she said
The model turned industrial real estate agent then purchased in Neutral Bay, again with one of her sisters.
“I bought that property for $240,000 and sold it for $790,000 but now it’s worth close to $1.8m,” she said
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Ms Marsh said the couple didn’t find it easy and “stretched,” themselves to purchase their first home together in Rose Bay
but we figured we (could) rent out the bottom and the top and live in the middle … We did everything
We were literally down to the dollar and were $1,300 short
We thought we would ask my Dad for the extra
Managing to skimp together the last thousand dollars
the couple lived in the Rose Bay home and made a $1m profit once they sold
They then moved into what Ms Marsh said was “the ugliest house you’ve ever seen” in Dover Heights
She inspected it before heading to a Robbie Williams concert
I went in and had a look at this house and they wanted $2.4m and we could only do $1.9m,” she said
and sellers get desperate around Christmas
so I called the agent again and they said you’re not going to believe it
and I said we will pay $1.9m today,” she said
“I was in a bikini at the beach with an eight week old baby and I went straight there and spent three hours negotiating … we even tried to get the fridge included in the deal,” she said
adding a fridge with a water cooler was a “big deal at the time.”
MORE: ‘Insanity’: Millions paid for homes no one can live in
The Marshs then spent 20 years in the Dover Heights home and renovated the property to a spectacular six-bedroom
five-bathroom residence with a pool and water views
“I wasn’t really looking but I bought an apartment in Double Bay
We had to sell that to buy the property in Noosa and sometimes you have to do that,” she said
The Noosa pad reportedly cost around $10m and features on the latest season of Real Housewives of Sydney
with Ms Marsh saying it was a highlight of the season for her
“Taking all the girls up to Noosa was pretty amazing for me
and to go away with a group of girls as part of your work it was like a schoolies week,” she said
Her biggest advice with property investment was constantly calling agents and holding on to properties
if you can hold it long enough and don’t sell,” she said
“Every place we have gotten we have been right there
know your finances and even if you don’t have enough yet
I used to have spreadsheets for everything.”
Ms Marsh invest heavily in commercial and industrial real estate including owning offices in Alexandria
After working as a successful industrial real estate agent for 15 years
Ms Marsh also invests heavily in commercial and industrial property
including two commercial offices in Alexandria she has had for 20 years and an industrial property in Noosa
you’ve got a warehouse and a toilet unlike residential that has a dishwasher and all these things that could need maintenance
and the tenants pay for all outgoings … yields were 15 per cent when I started
The property veteran learnt early not to get emotional about sales
Krissy Marsh returns front and centre for the new season of The Real Housewives of Sydney
“I remember when I missed out on my first property
I was devastated … I could’ve sat there and kept bidding but you’ve got to work out what a property is worth
“If you can be really disciplined you can do it … I’ve stretched myself and pushed myself.”
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thrifty folk – if you’re on the hunt for the best op shops in Sydney
If you're feeling overwhelmed by the rising cost of living and growing climate anxiety
shopping second-hand is an excellent solution
it can be tough to decipher which op shops in Sydney are worth the trip and which are best to skip
there are more than a thousand stores across the country
and with one or the other on most high streets
it can be hard to know where to start.
we have you covered with our comprehensive guide to the best op shops in Sydney city that you may (or may not) have heard of
Picked by an expert shopper for their low prices and quality offerings
all of these second-hand stores are stacked with treasures
Whether you’re after vintage furniture
peruse our pick of the ten best op shops that Sydney has to offer.
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Photograph: Holly EdwardsBest op shop in Sydney for vintage gemsTruly a hidden gem, the PM Store is the best charity shop you’ve never heard of. The store sits at the very end of Dulwich Hill, on the borders of Ashfield and Hurlstone Park
On a strip with mostly vacant shop fronts and a McDonald's
you’d be forgiven for driving past without noticing PM. However
once inside you’ll be met by trinkets galore; ornaments
furnishings and retro men’s and womenswear alike
Our top scores have included a Caroma stool for $8 and two kitsch beach towels for $10.
Time Out tip: While you’re in the suburb, head to nearby cafe Outfield for an alfresco coffee, or mosey over to Dulwich Hill’s main drag where you’ll be greeted by a row of the cutest cafes, and a quaint Vinnies that didn’t quite make the list, but is still worth a peek.
Photograph: Anna KuceraBest op shop in Sydney for cheap designer finds
Photograph: Uturn PunchbowlBest op shop in Sydney for an affordable wardrobe overhaulA trip to UTURN Punchbowl is unlike any other op shopping experience
You’re welcomed by rows of racks as far as the eye can see – laden with denim
you’ll also find miscellaneous homewares
and ‘pay per kilo’ bins.
The ideal op-shop stop for gender-neutral and menswear styles, UTURN has a huge variety of options for all folk. We have managed to find Uniqlo flared jeans for $10, a chic pink vase for $6, and a beaded bag for $5.
Time Out tip: Their ‘pay per kilo’ bins are the perfect option for thrifty op shoppers who have an eye for potential, love to revamp, repair and get creative with their looks.
Photograph: Vinnies MosmanBest op shop in Sydney for luxe items for lessIt’s generally thought that op shops in affluent suburbs will provide the best designer goods, and Vinnies Mosman is no exception. One of Sydney’s most well-heeled suburbs
it’s not surprising that the donations regularly include luxury finds
we’ve stumbled across fur coats (both real and faux)
and brand new Elk Sandals for a ridiculous $15
Other items on offer include coloured glassware
accessories and men’s workwear.
With donations from the folks of the Northern Beaches
you can expect to find a healthy dose of surf-shop goods
Our top finds have included current season Zara pants and skirt for less than 20 bucks, a solid timber mirror for $30 and (last, but not least) a butter yellow Oroton dress for $60. Winning. Time Out tip: Brookvale is home to some of Sydney's best breweries – we'd suggest swinging by Bucketty's for a celebratory post-shop schooner.
and is a quiet reprieve from the hectic main drag.
and more options to pique your costume curiosity once you step foot inside
Time Out tip: If you’re in need of a wedding guest outfit or formal frock, you can regularly find designer dresses, brand new with tags here – but all for a fraction of the cost.
Photograph: Olivia GeeBest op shop in Sydney for ecelctic looks Walking into Newtown’s Red Cross Op Shop feels more like entering a lovingly curated apartment than a second-hand clothing store. While they may have killer
colour-coded window displays full of trendy mannequins adorned in fabulous frocks
they also have a cabinet display of crockery
a cosy book corner and charming hanging chandeliers that all together
make you feel like you’re wrapped up in your Nan’s home.
Our ultimate finds here have included a genuine silk
boned corset top for $25 and a pair of pink acetate Fendi pants from 2000
but a pretty special find nonetheless. While there are certainly some pricier pieces here
like their rack of trusty denim going for $10-$20.
Time Out tip: You're just steps away from some of Newtown's best restaurants to take your groovy new look out for a spin.
Photograph: Rizwan OmarBest op shop in Sydney for kitting out your new homeA true Mecca for thrifty Sydneysiders, Salvos Minchinbury is a one-stop shop for all your home décor
clothing and accessory needs. The huge
warehouse-style store has dedicated the majority of their floor space to pre-loved furniture
desks and even a family-size refrigerator are up for grabs. Plus
the clothing section is not to be overshadowed
Fashionistas can peruse vintage from all decades
there were a whole lot of 2000s-esque factory seconds (including navy corsets and tie-dyed hotpants) up for grabs on our visit.
Whether your décor design style is funky or formal, Salvos Minchinbury has you covered – and all for a fraction of the original cost. What are you waiting for?Time Out tip: This one requires a roadtrip for most Sydneysiders, so stop by Parramatta for an excellent feed if you're coming from the city
We love Newtown's purple-hued basement bar Pleasure Club so much, it won Time Out's Bar of the Year 2025
5 out of 5 starsRecommendedPhotograph: Christopher PearceHave you been to Vermuteria yet
This red-hued old-school bar has more charm than Matthew McConaughey’s character in How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
Time Out tip: Love Vermuteria? (Us too.) Check out nearby sibling venues, The Hook and Piccolo Bar.
If you’re looking for a special spot in Parramatta, head to the sky-high cocktail and Champagne bar, Nick & Nora’s, on the 26th floor of V by Crown Parramatta. And if you go between Tuesday and Friday, 5-6pm, you can score a $5 glass of bubbles.
Photograph: SuppliedYou can lap up the finer things in life thanks to Bouillon l’Entrecote's happy hour
Located a few hundred metres away from Circular Quay
Bouillon l’Entrecote is serving guests a French happy hour from 3-5pm
5 out of 5 starsRecommendedPhotograph: Dexter KimThe CBD’s Mexican cantina Centro 86 knocks out $12 Spicy Margs and $7 Angel Oro lagers from Tuesday to Saturday
Centro’s Margs are made with tequila
The Bat & Ball Hotel is back, baby – the historic Cleveland Street pub has been taken over by the team behind Glebe's The Little Guy, Enmore Country Club and The Sunshine Inn (RIP)
They are knocking out $16 Negronis and Espresso Martinis all day
Time Out tip: During the week you can also score a cheap feed at The Bat & Ball Hotel
We're big fans of the $17 parmy on Wednesdays
5 out of 5 starsRecommendedPhotograph: Supplied/Sky BarGet amongst the clouds and great offers at Sky Bar with their golden hour
a happy hour on a Friday and Saturday – we love to see it)
Head up to the top of Shell House for $2 Sydney rock oysters
$15 smashable Margs and $15 prawn katsu sandos – all with a side of vibe
Head downstairs to Menzies Bar and score Mini Martinis and fresh lobster rolls
4 out of 5 starsRecommendedPhotograph: Kitti GouldClassy cocktail haunt Employees Only has a new menu and lush outdoor space
And to celebrate they've launched a golden hour
where you can get up to 50 per cent off drinks and snacks
Ukrainian eatery Kyiv Social has launched Babu's Hour
The menu includes traditional Ukrainian dip
enjoy house wines and a Ukrainian lager brewed by Young Henrys
Take a seat at the charming marble bar and make the most of $10 Australianos
$15 Martinis and more (and admire the '70s-inspired coasters)
Snacks are also on offer at a cheaper price
including the must-order lamb dumplings with saltbush
Jane's Australiano Hour goes down Mon-Thurs
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