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Marilyn CrossPh 027 435 6311

Genuine vendors are ready to sell their spacious well designed sunny home to new lucky buyers.

The gorgeous open plan family/dining room and chefs kitchen with granite work surfaces and large walk in pantry is stylishly finished, basks in all day sun, also has the convenience of a heat pump and a cosy compliant log burner. This area and all three bedrooms flow to a generous sunny deck and BBQ area. The large family bathroom with spa bath and master ensuite both feature extensive tiling, under floor heating and walk in showers. A large internal access double garage with

workshop space, complete this lovingly built and presented home situated only a short stroll from the town centre. Both busy professionals or retired people will love this spacious three bedroom home with an easy care but well planted and laid out smaller section.

Viewing will impress. Phone now to view.

Web ID: AU36593

Open Home: Sat 9 August, 10.00 - 10.45am

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$469,000

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HASTINGS MCLEOD LTDHastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 03 307 [email protected] West Street

WITHIN THE AVENUES

OPEN HOME$469,000 WEB ID AU36593EASTSIDE55 Chalmers AvenueGenuine vendors are ready to sell theirspacious, well designed sunny home tonew lucky buyers. Gorgeous open planfamily/dining room, chefs kitchen andgranite work surfaces, sunny deck and BBQarea, easy care section.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 10.00 - 10.45am

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LOVELY LOCATION

OPEN HOME$650,000 WEB ID AU34905WESTSIDE22 Charlesworth DriveFabulous new home in the popular Lochleasubdivision. Four bedrooms, master hastiled shower in ensuite, great kitchen withbutlers pantry, and living areas that openonto patios, perfect for entertaining.Double internal garage.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 10.00 - 10.30am

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BRAND NEW HOME (235sqm)

OPEN HOME$499,000 WEB ID AU33824WESTSIDE9A Allison StreetWe are pleased to market this fourbedroom home, ensuite and walk inwardrobe in master and two living areas.Great storage and built for morning andafternoon sun. Good sized secondbathroom. Double garage with internalaccess. Double glazed.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 10.00 - 10.45am

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ROLL YOUR SLEEVES UP

OPEN HOMENEGOTIATION WEB ID AU38104EASTSIDE7 Adams StreetAn opportunity to add some value to thisproperty. Some renovating andredecorating would enhance but ourvendor is very realistic.Rateable value $170,000. Make an offer.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 10.00 - 10.30am

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CONVENIENT LOCATION

OPEN HOME$369,500 WEB ID AU38008WESTSIDE16 Windsor StreetSunny townhouse on a corner site. Threebedrooms, ensuite off master. Excellentlocation with Allenton shopping close by.Modern and well sited to capture the sun.Double garaging and easy care section.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 10.00 - 10.45am

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EXTRA CLOSE TO TOWN

OPEN HOME$187,000 WEB ID AU37583EASTSIDE2/52 Cox StreetVery well presented two bedroom unitwith single garage and store shed. Floormounted heat pump will ensure warm inwinter and cool in summer. Easy care andlow maintenance.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 10.30 - 11.00am

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INDULGE IN SPACE

OPEN HOME$389,000 WEB ID AU37883EASTSIDE6 Ascot PlaceAvailable for immediate possession, thisdelightful three bedroom home in soughtafter Ascot Place demands your viewing.Lovingly maintained, this spacious homeincludes a large lounge, modern kitchenand open plan dining/living area.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 10.45 - 11.15am

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SELDOM AVAILABLE

OPEN HOMEDEADLINE SALE WEB ID AU38269WESTSIDE73 Oak GroveLocated on a prime site this solid brickhome offers a range of options. As a homeor investment.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 10.45 - 11.15amDEADLINE SALE(unless sold prior)Wednesday 13th August 2014 at 2.00pm

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YOU MUST SEE THIS!

OPEN HOMEOFFERS OVER $293,000 WEB ID AU37949EASTSIDE48 William StreetImmaculate home, beautifully presentedinside and out, basks in all day sun and iswalking distance to central town and allamenities. Open plan updated kitchen,dining room flows to lounge. Lovely plainfresh decor. Be quick.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 11.00 - 11.45am

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GREAT LOCATION

OPEN HOMENEG. OVER $375,000 WEB ID AU38328WESTSIDE123 Pages RoadPleased to market this very tidy 3 bedroomtownhouse in a great location, 180 sqmgives plenty of room. Good size loungevery sunny, open kitchen and dining area.Good double garage with internal access.Landscaped easy care section.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 11.00 - 11.45am

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SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION

OPEN HOME$285,000 WEB ID AU38240EASTSIDE126 Cass StreetAttractive three to four bedroom villa(corner section) located close to schools,shops and Domain. Exterior painted some3 years back with considerable updating ofthe interior also having been completed.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 11.30 - 12.00pm

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SIZE REALLY DOES MATTER

OPEN HOMEOFFERS OVER $645,000 WEB ID AU33645WESTSIDE20 Westpark CloseQuality home of over 300sqm. You will notreplace this home in this location for thissort of money. Super sized kitchen, diningand living area with separate lounge, bothwith excellent indoor outdoor flow. Fivebedrooms and an office.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 11.30 - 12.00pm

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OPEN HOME$379,000 WEB ID AU38303WESTSIDE109 Middle RoadDon't miss the opportunity to own thisbeautiful three bedroom character home ina brilliant location. With a modern kitchen,new eco friendly log burner in the livingroom and heat pump in the lounge, this isa great family home.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 11.30 - 12.00pm

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MODERN STYLE LIVING

OPEN HOMEOFFERS OVER $299,000 WEB ID AU37493EASTSIDE79 Grey StreetReward yourself and own this super sunnytownhouse situated eastside within theAvenues. Upstairs open plan living with allday sun and under floor heating. Doublegarage on easy care smaller section. Wouldsuit a busy professional couple.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 12.00 - 12.45pm

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HASTINGS MCLEOD LTDHastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 03 307 [email protected] West Street

GREAT BIG FAMILY HOME

OPEN HOME$295,000 WEB ID AU38299WESTSIDE21 Alford Forest RoadThis is a good sized weatherboard familyhome. 3 good sized double bedrooms, 2living areas, 4th bedroom or games room.Nice roomy landscaped section with goodsheds and garage. Modernised kitchen anddining close to town and schools.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 12.00 - 12.45pm

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WESTSIDE TOWNHOUSE

OPEN HOMENEGOTIATION WEB ID AU36107WESTSIDE50 Harrison StreetAn established townhouse located in aconvenient westside location with greatstreet appeal.A sunny and spacious 2 bedroom homewith benefits of internal garage access.Easy care, private gardens make thisproperty appealing.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 12.15 - 12.45pm

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PERFECT POSITION

OPEN HOMEDEADLINE SALE WEB ID AU38305WESTSIDE95 Walnut AvenueSituated in a prime location with anoutlook over the domain. A superblyfinished home.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 1.00 - 1.45pmDEADLINE SALE(unless sold prior)Wednesday 27th August 2014 at 4.00pm

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REWARD YOURSELF

OPEN HOMEOFFERS OVER $820,000 WEB ID AU37972TINWALD70A Tarbottons RoadBrand spanking new and sited to allow thesun to stream on in. This quality home seton a 4007m2 section offers the luckypurchaser a wonderful lifestyleopportunity. All the benefits of a ruralsetting but just minutes to the towncentre.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 1.00 - 1.45pm

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MOVE IN- NO HASSLE

OPEN HOMEOFFERS OVER $410,000 WEB ID AU38331EASTSIDE47A Wellington StreetNicely finished with section layed out allready for you to move in and enjoy. 4bedrooms, 2 living areas, double garagewith most all the 'bells' and 'whistles' youwould expect in a near new home. Niceoutdoor setting with auto watering system.VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 1.00 - 1.45pm

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TRANQUIL & AFFORDABLE

OPEN HOMEOFFERS OVER $190,000 WEB ID AU37044EASTSIDE57 Hakatere DriveSit back and enjoy the lifestyle UpperHakatere Huts has to offer. Fully furnished,two bedrooms plus sunroom, spaciouslounge with log fire. Large kitchen,bathroom/laundry facilities and separatetoilet. New carpet. Enjoy the sun filleddeck.VIEW Sunday 10 Aug 1.00 - 2.00pm

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LOCATION & OPPORTUNITY

OFFERS OVER $470,000 WEB ID AU37882WESTSIDE30a Wills StreetThis near new, gorgeous home is situatedin the "dress circle" of Ashburton. Threedouble bedrooms, master with ensuite,and office, this immaculately presentedhome offers so many features.View By Appointment

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COMFORT & SUNSHINE

NEGOTIATION WEB ID AU37861WESTSIDE13 Grigg StreetAn attractive home in the "dress circle" ofAshburton this four bedroom property hasmuch to offer. Split level offering excellentviews, 1012m2 section with superbgardens offering privacy, walk to town, thedomain or school.View By Appointment

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GREAT 1ST HOME

$225,000 WEB ID AU37676EASTSIDE30 Princes StreetTidy 3 bedroom home on small easycare,421m2 section close to East Street. Newlogburner, stainless steel cylinder andrewired. The freshly painted exterior is atop job and sparkles (all new guttering).Newly landscaped gardens.View By Appointment

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FAMILY HOME-TURTON GREEN

$769,000 WEB ID AU38038WESTSIDELot 12 Douglas DriveConstruction is about to start for this fourbedroom plus office (or 5th bedroom)home. Master bedroom has ensuite andwalk in robe. Open plan kitchen withbutlers pantry, living, dining area andseparate lounge. Three car garaging.View By Appointment

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ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES

NEG OVER $295,000 WEB ID AU37486EASTSIDE7 Orr StreetClassic timeless style situated to capture allday sun. The interior has a neutral palettethroughout to compliment any decor. Theworkable kitchen would please any cook. 2adjoining living rooms open to privateoutdoor entertainment area.View By Appointment

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A SUNNY OUTLOOK

WAS $279,000 NOW $273,000 WEB ID AU37973WESTSIDE1 James StreetHandy westside location here, with easyaccess from street to garage. Sun is a realbonus with kitchen/living catching it allday. Ranch slider opens to north facingpatio and garden. Two double bedroomswith large third bedroom or hobbies room.View By Appointment

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OAKLEA SUBDIVISION

FROM $145,000 WEB ID AU38145TINWALDStage 4 Oaklea SubdivisionThe Oaklea development offers a lifestyle of choice tobe appreciated for generations to come. Thesubdivision will consist of 89 sections in a stageddevelopment. Each section is specially developed withconsideration for provision of a sunny street frontage,private back sections, and access to various reserves,farmland open spaces and views.View By Appointment

MAKE ME YOUR OWN

$210,000 WEB ID AU37126EASTSIDE91 Cox StreetA lovely three bedroom home that boostspotential. This property offers characterand an opportunity to further enhance andadd value. An upgraded bathroom andlarge kitchen provide plenty of appeal.View By Appointment

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SPEND A BIT, MAKE A BIT

NEG AT $158,000 WEB ID AU37402EASTSIDE92 Beach RoadGood looking two bedroom cottage withseparate lounge, laundry and bathroom.Fully fenced, easy care section with a newsingle garage. Does need D.I.Y but hard tofind at this price.View By Appointment

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Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008

PRODUCTIVE SOILS 8 HA

OPEN HOME

$850,000WEB ID AL37331

ASHBURTON376 Wakanui RoadLocated just 5km S.E from the Ashburton Town Centrethis 4 bedroom home set in mature grounds offerspeaceful country living within easy commuting distancefrom town. Modern kitchen/dining room, sunny livingroom plus large peaceful lounge. Spacious countrylaundry, bathroom plus separate shower room.Looseboxes. Fertile Wakanui soils and good subdivision.Price is plus GST.

VIEW Saturday 9 Aug 10.30 -11.15am

VENDOR SAYS SELL!! NEGOTIATIONWEB ID AL37390

ASHBURTON145 Wakanui Road10 hectares of quality irrigated silt loam soils only a fewkilometres from town. Featuring a near new threebedroom home with sunny kitchen/dining plus largelounge with log burner. Separate formal dining room.Also a self contained sleepout. Buildings include 12m x19m lock up shed with three phase power. Three 55tonne silos plus 30m x 12.5m green house. Greenhouse needs new cover. Older store sheds. Opportunityfor lifestyle and income. Ignore past pricing Vendorsays SELL.

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SIMPLY STUNNING-28.8HA NEGOTIATIONWEB ID AR36309

METHVEN409 Line RoadSituated 4km from the thriving town of Methven, thisproperty will appeal to the discerning buyer.A superb 4 year old home with 4 bedrooms, 2 livingareas. A dairy support block in recent times, currentlymostly in kale. Access to BCI water. A stabling complexis an added bonus. This is a rare opportunity in a highlysought after district. A must view.

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GREENSTREET LIFESTYLE NEGOTIATIONWEB ID AL37152

ASHBURTON56 Rawles Crossing RoadThis is a great home built to all day sun with twoseparate patio areas, 3 double bedrooms master withensuite, two living areas and large double garage. Thenon top of this you have just under 10HA of top qualitysoils with irrigation.A chance not to let go by.

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FORESTRY/FARMING-51 HA $845,000 + GSTWEB ID AR35993

METHVENPudding HillA great opportunity exists for someone looking for aforestry prospect with duck and deer shooting thrownin or someone looking to clear the flats and/or returnthem to grazing. Keeping the Douglas Fir for retirementfunds.

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11 HA - HOME + SLEEPOUT $1,100,000 + GSTWEB ID AL36508

ASHBURTON82 Gartartan RoadModern four bedroom home nestled in a peacefulprivate established expansive garden setting. Shelteredand positioned for the sun. Large open plan living andkitchen areas opening to the gardens. Ensuite and spabath. Excellent modern two bedroom flat fully selfcontained. A special for granny or guests. Eight bays ofsheds, cattle yards, eight paddocks and spray irrigation.A well developed, very tidy productive rural lifestylenear Ashburton's town boundary. A great family home.

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ENTRY LEVEL LIFESTYLE ENQ OVER$579,000+GSTWEB ID ROL37413

DUNSANDEL396 Karanga Road RD210.1ha lifestyle property located near Dunsandel inCentral Canterbury.Featuring a tidy 3 bedroom home with 2 bathrooms, 2living areas, attached single garage/workshop pluscarport. Well heated by 2 logburners.Property boasts a large array of outbuildings includingdetached double garage, 2 bay pole shed with one bayfully lockable plus lean-to.Approximately 7ha in pasture subdivided into sevenpaddocks serviced by basic set of sheep yards.2 hectares Radiata Pine trees (approx 20 years old) plushalf-hectare Macrocarpa. All trees have been welltendered.

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ELBOW ROOM AND SPACE

$199,000 WEB ID AL34677HINDS49 David Street1.8HA leasehold property with 4 bedroomvilla homestead set in sheltered andmature grounds. Kitchen/Dining, separatelounge, HRV System. Rent $7000 perannum. Paddocks for the pony, space forthe children. Peaceful for the parents. Ringnow!View By Appointment

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WARM COMFORTABLE HOME - MT SOMERS Solid Concrete block construction in the rural Mt Somers township. Mountain and foothill views. 3 bedroom home with good heating. Logburner in lounge area. Modern kitchen design and dinning area. Quality Bath and shower room.Easy care well kept gardens.$285,000OPEN HOME - Saturday 9th August 10 - 11 am, 74 Pattons Road, Mt Somers

NEW LISTINGSolid Concrete block

SPACE TO BREATH - RAKAIA Versatile home set on 1/4 acre with potential to subdivide. Lounge area with logburner. 2 Double Bedrooms. Separate laundry. Relax in the outdoor areas, Double garage possible sleepout or offi ce.Located very close to the Rakaia Walkway.Rakaia well placed for the canterbury rebuild.$281,000OPEN HOME - Saturday 9th August 12 - 1pm, 18 Rakaia Terrace, Rakaia

on 1/4 acre with potential to subdivide. Lounge area

NEW LISTING A GREAT OPPORTUNITY HERE On offer is a three bedroom low maintenance home set on an easy care section. It has a homely feel to it and a feeling of space through the open plan kitchen, dining and living areas.Off street parking and backyard . Double glazed windows and a double internal access garage.$410,000OPEN HOME - Saturday 9th August 2.15 - 2.45pm, 10 Morgan Street, Methven.

MODERN CHARACTER HOMEIn a sought after central location this home has been fully renovated from the ground up. On offer is a 3 bed/2 bath character home, fully furnished. Warm modern interior with bay windows and French doors from two of the bedrooms. Open plan kitchen/living areas with wood burner and heat pump. $395,000OPEN HOME - Saturday 9th August 3 - 3.30pm 32 Jackson Street, Methven.

SPACE, SCENERY & SECURITYEnjoy the warmth of this luxurious Lockwood home. With 3 bedrooms, offi ce, master with its own access and ensuite, this home has great appeal. A major transformation has taken place here in the last year with new carpet & vinyl, installation of a HRV system, new laundry, new decking, new lawn, new curtains and lighting.$465,000OPEN HOME - Saturday 9th August 1.15 - 2.00pm 6 Cushmor Drive, Methven.

NEW LISTING OUTSTANDING PROPERTYWe proudly present an outstanding offering with an abundance of space. This home embraces elements of yesteryear and today, while integrating them into an outstanding property that is both timeless and timely. 4 double bedrooms, all with ensuites. Large master bedroom with large walk-thru wardrobe, with French doors out to patio.$625,000

As I write this the sun is out the snow on the mountains looks spectacular. So with a new

season coming it’s a great time to think about change, that could be selling the family home and making a move.

So you are outside making sure all is well when you notice that weatherboard that needs replacing, the roof needs a lick of paint and that worn living room carpet, these are all things you think might need to be done, but you are happy so maybe the buyers will be to. 9/10 times this isn't the case.

Presentation is key, we all want top dollar and sometimes we have to spend a bit to achieve this. Don’t panic, kiwis are pretty handy folk so there’s a lot you can do yourself. Heres some easy tips on how to get the money you want for your home:

First Impressions Count

You don’t get a second chance to make a good first impression. Your front door greets prospective customers. Make sure it is fresh and clean. It is also important to keep your lawns mowed, the garden tidy and paths free of weeds and debris.

Display the full value of your home

Give your house a thorough clean and make sure it is absolutely tidy. People buy a house because of its ‘feel’, remember to show your garage and storage spaces to their full advantage by removing unnecessary items.

Bathrooms and kitchens sell homes

Pay special attention to the cleanliness and repair of your bathroom and kitchen. Make these rooms sparkle.

Arrange bedroom neatly

Put all clothes and belongings (especially valuables) neatly away and remove excess furniture. Make beds with attractive bedspreads. Neat, well ordered closests show that the storage space is good.

Minor repairs can make a big difference

Dripping taps, faded walls or worn woodwork reduce appeal. Loose knobs, sticking doors and windows,

warped drawers and mirror flaws also detract from the value of your home. When seeing these things that need attention, customers begin to worry about the things they can not see.

Let the sun shine in

Display rooms in their best light by opening curtains to let customers see how cheerful your home can be. Keep rooms warm. Dark, cold rooms are not appealing.

Pets

Many people are sensitive to pets and pet odour. Please keep pets and all pet paraphernalia out of the way and preferably out of the house.

Stay out of the buyers way

It is best if you are not present while your home is being shown. Customers will then be more vocal about their feelings, which helps us to sell your home.

So when it comes to selling follow some easy simple guidelines, do the preparation and there will be less stress. It’s a funny thing once the home is sold you forget the open homes, all the work you did to get the home on the market. The ring from the agent just as you have started cooking tea to get a client through. If it gets you to where you want to be it will be all worth it.

Mark Williams

www.bayleys.co.nz

Price by Negotiation Motivated vendors will look at all reasonable offers

View Sat 10-10.30amwww.bayleys.co.nz/518211Mick HydesM 027 437 9696B 03 307 [email protected] BoonM 027 448 4006B 03 307 7377

Ashburton

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

66 Cameron Street

Four bedroom home with three year young kitchen

Spacious conservatory and louvered patio.

The large living area, heated by heat pump and gas fire . HRV system installed

Double garage and lots of outbuildings including a shed and glass house

LOVINGLY MAINTAINED

Price by Negotiation The vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $660,000

View Sat 10.45-11.15www.bayleys.co.nz/518417Debbie BoonM 027 448 4006B 03 307 7377Mick HydesM 027 437 9696B 03 307 7377

Allenton


4 Tranquil Place, Allenton

A home boasting simplicity and style, it has been situated for the sun. Looking within you will find a centralised kitchen, dining and family area which interconnects with the second living area. The living areas flow to the awesome outdoor area which is a pleasure to look upon. Four or five bedrooms, master with ensuite and WIR, spacious family bathroom and separate laundry. The exterior is complemented by attached garaging within the fully fenced yard in this tranquil setting.

SEE IT, LOVE IT, MAKE IT YOURS

For Sale $480,000

View Sat 11.30am-12pmwww.bayleys.co.nz/518077Mick HydesM 027 437 9696B 03 307 7377Debbie BoonM 027 448 4006

366a Burnett Street


Get in now to secure this newly completed 172sqm townhouse on Burnett Street. This three bedroom, two bathroom home has been positioned to maximise the sun and allow efficient heating via heatpump and double glazed windows throughout. The spacious open plan living area leads out to the easy care grounds, perfect for relaxing outdoors. Located just a short stroll from the town centre, with quality fittings throughout.

BE IN FOR SPRING

Deadline Sale The vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $329,000 on or before 3pm, Wed 20 August 2014

View Sat 12.15-12.45pmwww.bayleys.co.nz/518426Debbie BoonM 027 448 4006B 03 307 7377Mick HydesM 027 437 9696

Hampstead


2/108 Eton Street

This tidy three bedroom townhouse is sun soaked.

The spacious living area flows to the dining and kitchen area.

Neutral decor throughout and opens to the easy-care garden, completed by the double garage all on a private rear section.

THE SEARCH ENDS HERE

Price by Negotiation The Vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $389,000

View Sat 1-1.30pmwww.bayleys.co.nz/517799Mick HydesM 027 437 9696B 03 307 7377Debbie BoonM 027 448 4006B 03 307 7377

Ashburton


298 Moore Street

Welcome home to this perfectly positioned three bedroom home. Situated for the sun it boasts large open plan living, galley kitchen, attached garaging and extra 3mx4.5m garage/workshop. Walking distances to the CBD it is a must see.

OH SO CLOSE! -"TO NEARLY EVERYTHING"

Deadline Sale The vendor invites offers on or before3pm, Wed 13 August 2014www.bayleys.co.nz/518387Mick HydesM 027 437 9696B 03 307 7377Debbie BoonM 027 448 4006

Hampstead


79 Cambridge Street

Instructions are clear here, selling "As Is" Potential to redevelop the site, undertake major renovations or leave as is for future redevelopment when the time is right

Currently returning rental income$195 per week

FINAL

NOTICE

NOT FLASH

For Sale $645,000www.bayleys.co.nz/518396Mick HydesM 027 437 9696B 03 307 [email protected] BoonM 027 448 [email protected]

Allenton


20 Westpark Close Allenton

With room enough for the entire family, this home boasts five bedrooms and a separate study. Bi fold doors from both living areas allow wonderful access to the sun drenched patio. Double glazed throughout with two heat pumps and gas fire. Triple garage with enough room to store the toys and on a well fenced 961sqm section.

PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP

We love a good spend as much as the next

shopaholic, but there are some things we

splash out on that we don't need. If you're

feeling frugal, consider cutting the following money-wasters out of

your life:

With all of those fresh water springs, tumbling waterfalls and snowy mountains pictured on the front of most water bottles, it's hardly surprising that we're tempt-ed to pluck a fancy bottle from the shelf instead of resorting to the trusty kitchen tap. Research from the

Environmental Working Group in Washington found that bottled water is no better for you than tap water, yet costs around 1900 times the price. Indeed, water is water and whether it comes from the Scottish highlands or your kitchen

tap, it's all pretty much the same so it's not worth wasting your money and the world's resources on bottled water. If you're look-ing for something purer than tap water, invest in a water filter.

Although it's true that hot water is more effective at removing stains out of clothes, you should put your laundry on a hot wash only if your clothes actually need a deep clean.

Otherwise, putting your wash on cool will have the desired outcome and it won't cost a fortune. Hot washes also tend to cause clothes to shrink and fade, which means you end up wasting more money buying new clothes. To save money in the long run, put them on a cooler wash.

We tend to think we're saving money when we reach for the cheapest shoes, instead of splurg-ing on expensive ones, but this isn't always the case. Cheap items

usually reflect their quality and it works out a whole lot cheaper in the long-run if you buy better qual-ity items.

Don't steer clear of all cheap items forever; own brand products in your local grocery/food store are usually a similar item but in less fancy packaging so it makes sense to buy the cheaper one. Bear in

mind, though, that expensive products such as televisions, tools, clothes, and accessories are priced higher because they'll last longer.

Buying rounds in the pub can get us into all sorts of sticky situations. You wanted only a small glass of

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wine but there's always someone who will take advantage of the situation and order a triple martini.

Then there's the situation where everyone decides to do rounds but you intend to have only one drink, and you don't want to seem mean so you end up spending a fortune on drinks for six other people and then leaving after you've bought your round.

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Don't steer clear of all cheap items

forever; own brand products in your

local grocery/food store are usually

a similar item but in less fancy packaging so it

makes sense to buy the cheaper one.

then by all means buy rounds, but be prepared for someone to order something expensive. If you are staying for only one or two drinks, though, it's probably best to ex-plain to your friends that you're leaving soon and you'll just buy your own drinks.

Sales assistants are good at mak-ing us feel as though we can't live

without those 50,000 text mes-sages or the 10,000 free minutes and before we know it we're sign-ing on the dotted line. Will you

really use all of those texts and calls? Unless you have lots of regular gossip, the

chances are you won't need them. Buying something because you get a lot of bang for your buck isn't necessarily the best policy if you're not going to use the extras. Instead, opt for a phone contract that suits you, not the one that suits your partner

or your mum. Even if you save only a few coins, it's better than

spending those coins on something

you don't use.

Fast food is another huge waste of money that also does no good for you or your bank account. All those "value meals" fast food res-taurants and takeaways offer add up to a hefty sum. Work out how much it would be to have one fast

food meal per day and then times it by seven to work out how much that would cost.

Think of all the groceries you can buy from the supermarket with that amount of money!

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Silverbeet, the perfect fillerTod Palenski

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If you’ve recently

planted seedlings

such as broccoli

or cabbage, which

take a while to

mature, try growing

your silverbeet in

between the rows.

In my opinion silverbeet is the ul-timate filler. It’s ideal for 'filling' up tummies by bulking out dishes like stews, quiches or lasagnes. It’s the perfect plant for 'filling' empty pots or tight spots in your garden, such as in between slower growing veges like cauliflower and broccoli.And it’s 'full' of vitamins. If there were a prize for the ultimate filler, silverbeet would beat out the com-petition.

If I haven’t confused you too much and you’re still keen to plant this easy to grow vegetable, you can get your seedlings from your local supermarket or Bunnings. Or order them online at www.awapuni.co.nz without even having to leave your home.

When you’ve got your seedlings look for a well-drained spot to grow them and mix in some compost. If your soil is a little sluggish mound it up before you plant.

As I said before, silverbeet grows well in pots so don’t feel restricted to your garden. And, for that matter, don’t even feel restricted to silver silverbeet. Coloured beet looks great in pots and is particularly suited to them because it likes full sun and is not quite as frost hardy as regular silver beet. Just remember

to use a good quality potting mix to ensure your seedlings get a good kick-start.

If you’ve recently planted seedlings such as broccoli or cabbage, which take a while to mature, try growing your silverbeet in between the rows. Your beet won’t impinge on your existing plants because it will grow up rather than out and will be ready to harvest earlier.

Once you’ve found the perfect spot to plant, simply dig a little hole and place the seedling inside and then plant each one around 20cm apart.

Depending on the condition of your soil your silverbeet will be ready to harvest in around eight to 12 weeks. If your soil is well composted and free draining you’ll be looking at more like eight weeks.

Lastly, watch out for snails and keep them away with some quash or our tried and true beer bait.

Simply, cut the top off an empty fizzy drink bottle, leaving approximately 10cm of plastic from the lid. Make sure the lid is tightly screwed on.

Make a hole next to your lettuces large enough for the whole bottle neck to fit into. The open end of your plastic bottle should sit almost parallel with the soil.

Place three sticks approximately 15cm in height around your plastic bottle in the shape of a teepee.

Fill your bottle up to the halfway mark with beer (slugs aren’t fussy about the type of beer, but kids make sure you ask your parents first!).

To ensure that the beer is protected from rain, take the discarded end

Stop slugs in their slime

of your plastic fizzy drink bottle and cut off a section approximately 5cm from the end.

Balance this section on the three sticks you staked earlier. This will create a lid to protect the beer against rain.

Now all you have to do is sit back and wait. Overnight the slugs will slide their way into the beer. And don’t just stop with one beer bait bottle, make several and place them around your slug susceptible veges. Believe me you’ll be amazed by the results.

Tod PalenskiAwapuni Nurserieswww.awapuni.co.nz

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