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Number 1 for

Greater Ponsonby property

Household delivered to: Newton, Eden Terrace, Kingsland, Arch Hill, West Lynn, Western Springs, Morningside, part of Mt Eden, Point Chevalier, Westmere, Herne Bay, Cox’s Bay, Saint Marys Bay, Ponsonby, and Freemans Bay;

also available outside most local real estate offices and selected supermarkets.

Ultimate Herne Bay Living Proudly Marketed by Chris Batchelor of Barfoot & Thompson Ponsonby see page 5 for details

Central Auckland | Issue 80 | Current to 19th August 2014


This month at Farro Fresh we’re

celebrating ‘Fire and Fragrance’ as our culinary focus. This slow roasted lamb leg with fragrant spices is a great option if you’re looking to add a little bit of spice to a traditional family roast. I like to grind whole spices ahead of time in a heavy mortar and pestle to make this deliciously aromatic blend. Grinding your own spices means that they’re always at their best and that you always have spices on hand when you need them! If you can’t get your hands on whole spices, you can of course use pre-ground spices for this recipe.

Combine 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, ½ tsp cloves, ½ tsp cardamom, ½ tsp fennel seeds, 2 tsp cumin, 2 tsp coriander, 1 tsp smoked sweet paprika, and 1 tsp sumac with a 2cm piece of freshly grated ginger, the juice of 2 lemons, 120ml oil and 1 tsp rock salt.

Rub the spice mixture over one of our Fresh Meats NZ lamb legs, then place into a preheated oven at 170°C for 90-120 minutes. Cover with foil if the spices begin to blacken. For medium rare lamb, use a meat thermometer and remove the lamb from the oven once the internal temperature has reached 62°C. Cover with foil and rest for 10-20 minutes.

Serve with your favourite mixture of roast vegetables, or enjoy the spiced lamb with rice-based salads and Lebanese-style wraps.

Enjoy Michal..

Spiced Roast LambFrom the kitchen of Michal Haines General Manager of Farro Fresh

Contact us on 948 8976 or 021 646 768, [email protected]

Did you know that people buy houses within 10 kms of where they currently live?

It’s true, so get your agent to list your house in Look.

More households, More buyers, More value

Management & Rentals LtdMREINZ

1/1 Franklin Road

PO Box 47271, Ponsonby

Auckland, New Zealand

Phillipa Gordon AREINZ

Director


Tel: 09 378 9560

Mob: 0274 746 507

Fax: 09 378 9324

Email: [email protected]

www.hotpropertyrentals.co.nz

Established in 1996 and managing properties all over Auckland. We are a small boutique agency and you can trust our team to look after your property as if it was our own.

Please call me to arrange a FREE

Management Appraisal on your property.

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1/1 Franklin Road




Director


Tel: 09 378 9560

Mob: 0274 746 507

Fax: 09 378 9324









Please call me to arrange a FREE Management Appraisal on your property.


As the winterish weather sets in, it’s an opportune time to find some rewarding indoor activities to kill time. What’s

more rewarding than reviewing your property portfolio before spring arrives! It feels much better playing the real Monopoly than just the board game alone.

We all have different reasons why we invest. But I believe the baseline fundamentals are similar. Here’s my list of fundamentals that require regular reviews.

Where are you at?• Does the investment property still suit your

current circumstances?

• Are you going overseas to work or live for the foreseeable future?

• Are you planning to retire in the next few years?

• Has your personal income changed so that you now have more options to buy or to sell?

Does the property still fit your current investment objective?• Are you happy with the current yield (yield

= annual rent received divide by the current market value)?

• Should you start preparing the property for sale in time for the usual spring and summer craze?

• Should you buy more properties now?

What’s the number?• Everyone talks about the property prices

going through the roof now… so “what’s your number?” Do you even know?

• Is it time to get an updated registered valuation now or do I wait for the 2014 Quotable Value?

• If you were to sell the properties, how much tax you have to pay on the depreciation recovery?

Review your bank dealings• What’s your LVR? (Loan Value Ratio = total

loan limit divided by the current market value across all secured properties)

• Can you borrow more or are you allowed to increase your regular principal repayments

• Are all your loans on floating interest rate? Is this still a viable notion given the recent RBNZ moves and commentary?

• If your loans include a range of different

fixed rates loans, then you should compile a detailed schedule noting down the outstanding loan principal, interest rate and maturing date.

• Check with the banks whether there are any break fees or penalties if you were to repay a fixed rate loan now (note: Different banks have different interpretations and rules. You cannot assume there will be no break cost just because the current rate is higher than your fixed rate.)

• Maybe it’s time to have a coffee with your banker or mortgage broker to discuss all the above and evaluate the pros and cons of different options

Talk to your team• When did you last have a coffee with your

property manager to discuss and review the tenancies and current market rent?

• When was the last time you had a “once over” consultation with your chartered accountant to review your tax and debt structure?

Have fun reviewing your portfolio and realise you can never win the game by going around the board and collecting $200 each time!

Time for a property review?

How long have they been in business?

The efficient management of residential property requires a great attention to detail, and the time to ensure this attention can be given comes down to using proven and well tested systems. In recent years many new property management companies have entered the industry. As for some people property management appears to be a simple business that can be run from home with low costs. Often these companies lack the experience and systems to allow them to operate efficiently enough to remain in control of the details regarding the properties they are managing.

Do they have staff to provide service 365 day of the year regardless of sickness or holidays?

Residential property management often involves the need to react to unexpected situations

without delay. In fact this is one of the main reasons property owners choose to have their property managed by professionals. If your

property manager is sick or taking leave does this mean your property will not be looked after? In very small companies this is often the case.

What steps do they take to ensure the property is not damaged?

Return on investments can be destroyed very quickly by expensive damage to a property. Property management companies that take cursory attention to checking a tenant’s references and credit

history are simply gambling with the properties they are engaged to protect. If they then do not have methods of recording the condition of the property such as exhaustive photographing and detailed chattels lists then the tenant in your property can cause damage with limited chances of being held responsible.

How often will they send you property inspection reports?As well as detailed photographs and chattel lists to record a properties condition at the start of a tenancy, a property must be regularly inspected to ensure that it is fact being looked after. This is time consuming and some property management companies find that reducing the number of inspections they perform on a property and the length of time they spend at each inspection is the easiest way to allow them to reduce wages and to manage more properties per head of staff. While this may allow them to offer attractively low management fees, this comes at a very high risk.

How often do they pay rent to the property owners’ account?Forwarding rent to owners’ accounts is one of the more time consuming tasks performed in property management. To reduce costs most property management companies forward rent to their clients accounts only once or twice per month. As the property owner does not have the funds in their account, in many cases this can

mean they pay an increased amount of interest, so suffer financially as a consequence.

Can up to the minute financial information be checked online at anytime?Many property management companies will report only once per month, and the rental statement may not carry a high level of detail. This can make planning funds disbursement from your rental account , or simply checking on the past transactions difficult.

Do they have the services of a Residential Tenancies Act legal specialist on call?Property managers who don’t have access to specialist legal advice to protect their clients interests are putting their clients interests at risk. Tenants have never had easier access to free information and advice to help them understand their rights than they do now. Orders made by the Tenancy Tribunal can amount to thousands of dollars and like any dispute process having the best legal advice puts you in the best possible position.

7 things you should find out before choosing a property manager

Gail Vietri of Quinovic Ponsonby

For a Property Review phone Stephen on 09 376 8868 or email [email protected] Pollen St, Ponsonby | Ph 376 8860 | www.wt.co.nz

Property investors and absentee owners trust Quinovic…We work 100% for our owners

Quinovic Ponsonby4 Blake Street, PonsonbyCall 09 360 8840 [email protected]

The best tenant selection Prompt rent payment (5 days) On-line Financial Management and Property Inspections An assigned Property Manager

Stephen Tsang, Partner Withers Tsang


Central & city fringe specialistsContact Rachel Hawes: (09) 815 4018 | 021 485 778 | [email protected]

www.thelocals.co.nz

Residential rentals & property managementSpeak to a Local today.

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Calling all creatives, the iconic property location of TCD, or The Carpenter’s Daughter is for sale. Caroline Marr,

owner and designer has been delivering great fashion from this central location since 1991 and is moving on from this much loved locale. She loves that you can walk to fabulous parks, One Tree Hill and Three Kings Reserve, and the secret Premier Park that has the most delightful estate old house, now Art Gallery and Café that looks towards One Tree Hill. There is also a sense of community with fabulous neighbours.

The property has three components; a character shop, house and a large studio/workshop. The shop is 45m2 with 8 car parks. There are four bedrooms and two bathrooms in this 176m2 home. Caroline said that she loves the sun that greets her in the kitchen each morning, which then goes to the lounge and deck for the rest of the day. What she adored is never getting stuck in traffic going to and from work, and that she was home when her children arrived home each day, and could do the domestic tasks during the business day, and then play in the evenings or work. The freedom of utilizing her time while making a great life.

Her wonderful fashions are created in the spacious 136m2 studio/workshop, which used to be a busy bakery. There are high ceilings and lots of natural light, providing numerous options limited only by your imagination.

The remainder of the 829m2 site allows for off-

street parking for up to 8 cars and is enhanced with ‘Kiwi-Nesia’ planting and landscaping. This truly unique property is stunning and one of those ‘blue moon’ opportunities.

Dream Weaver592 Mt Albert Road, Royal Oak

First time on the market in over 50 years, is a lovely four bedroom bungalow, ready for the next family

to enjoy for another generation.

Looks great from the street and opposite the park. The entrance off of the front deck brings you into the living area. There is a study on the left perfect for office or homework. The living and dining are separate, as is the spacious kitchen. These are great as is, or huge potential to renovate and extend out further into the back garden. The kitchen looks out onto the back yard. There are four bedrooms and one very tidy bathroom. The laundry is separate and there is good storage as well.

Out in the back garden is an over-sized ‘man cave’, studio or office that is 3.6 by 7.1 metres, with its own deck too. The lawn is flat with a few trees throughout, a good start to creating a tropical oasis.

This extremely sought after section has 862m2 of flat land in a popular location opposite Walker Park. This has been a great place to raise a family. The current owners will be sad to see it go, but the decision has been made and it is time to move on.

Here is what could be the best opportunity of 2014, don’t miss out because it will be a long time before you’ll find another

property that compares. There are more than 862 reasons to buy this home, come take a look and make an offer!

Generation X opportunity20 Walker Road, Pt Chevalier

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Call for Open Home timesSee www.sellrealty.co.nz

Price by NegotiationLawrence von SturmerMob 027 227 9294Ph 846 8996

Ross BraderMob 027 475 5977Ph 846 8996

Professionals Real Estate 338 Pt Chevalier Road, Pt Chevalier 483 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn Lochores Real Estate Ltd MREINZ Licensed REAA 2008

Please call for Open Home times

Auction Sunday 24 August at 12.30 pm on site

Keith DowdleDDI 09 360 4863M 021 877 [email protected]

Sandy DowdleDDI 360 4865M 021 877 [email protected]

Custom Residential Cnr Gt North Road & Bond St, Grey LynnLicensed Real Estate Agent REAA 2008

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Herne Bay 36 Herne Bay Rd

Ultimate Living - Privacy, Security, Space and StyleUpon entering 36 Herne Bay Rd, one of Herne Bay’s most luxurious residences you can’t help but be impressed by the immediate view of the pool and surrounding outdoor area.• 5 bedrooms + 5 bathrooms on 1985m² of land• Indoor squash court, swimming pool, spa pool & gymnasium• Poolside entertaining area with outdoor kitchen• Fully renovated (circa 2006) and beautifully maintained• CV $7,100,000 (2011)This really is an opportunity that if you are fortunate enough to be in a position to purchase at this level it is a must see.

For Sale: By Negotiation

View: Please phone to arrange a private

viewing www.barfoot.co.nz/526155

Chris BatchelorM 021 217 7026

E [email protected]

Ponsonby 09 376 3039

Louise StringerM 021 628 839

E [email protected]

Ponsonby 09 376 3039

NEW LISTING


Wide views from the top floor (telephoto)

AUCTION

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Grey Lynn Top Of The Pops!

4D/33 Mackelvie St, Grey LynnIf you’ve been waiting for a top floor apartment with the best possible views in this sought after location close to Ponsonby, your wait is over. Apartment 4D at 33 Mackelvie offers a lucky new owner a panoramic vista across Grey Lynn and beyond. This two bedroom, two bathroom apartment features open plan kitchen, dining and living areas and tandem parking for two cars in the secure garage below. The bedrooms are of generous proportions with excellent storage and offer something to suit you and a potential flatmate’s needs. Choose the master suite and wake up to the sun or if you prefer the alternative, you’ll be bathed in afternoon sun and enjoying the outlook to the west. A new lifestyle starts here!

Our vendors have made their instructions clear and want this sold. Call us today to arrange a viewing.

Auction: 1:30pm 13th August 2014

34 Shortland St, City (unless sold prior)

View: Sat / Sun 11 - 11.30amwww.barfoot.co.nz/525766

Matt O’RourkeM 021 375 909

E [email protected]

Grey Lynn 09 360 2323

Ryan HardingM 021 621 580

E [email protected]

Grey Lynn 09 360 2323


Grey Lynn Branchwww.barfoot.co.nz

[email protected] M: 027 499 0855 P 09 360 2323

Repeka Lelaulu

Repeka Lelaulu23 years experience

23 years of great results!#1 salesperson Grey Lynn

2010-11 and 2013-14

AUCTION WEDNESDAY

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Sandringham The Sunny All-Rounder!

Auction: 1:30pm 6th August 2014

34 Shortland St, City (unless sold prior)

View: Sat / Sun 12:00 - 12:30pmwww.barfoot.co.nz/525927

Matt O’Rourke

M 021 375 909

E [email protected]

Grey Lynn 09 360 2323

Ryan Harding

M 021 621 580

E [email protected]

Grey Lynn 09 360 2323

3/257 Balmoral RdWhatever your situation this home is the all-rounder you´ve been waiting for...

Sun - North west facing living areas & deckSpace - Configure up to 4 bedroomsLocation - Close to St Lukes and Mt Eden

Parking - Internal access garage plus off streetLow maintenance - just enough lawn for kidsFamilies, first home buyers, down-sizers or

investors call us. THIS WILL BE SOLD!

AUCTION

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Sandringham 482 Sandringham Rd

Auction: 1:00pm 16 Aug 2014 at On Site (will not

be sold prior)

View: Weds/Sat/Sun 12:00-12:30pmwww.barfoot.co.nz/525870

Repeka Lelaulu

M 027 499 0855

E [email protected]

Grey Lynn 09 360 2323

Veena Patel

M 021 211 8417

E [email protected]

Grey Lynn 09 360 2323

Much loved home awaiting new familyThis 1900’s Villa has been in the same family since the 1950’s.

Large flat backyard with double garaging and still more room for cars and perhaps even a boat!

Call your architect, bring your builder and bring your chequebook!PROPERTY WILL NOT BE SOLD PRIOR TO

AUCTION ON 16/08/14.


NEW LISTING

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Pt Chevalier 14 Buxton St

A Diamond in the RoughFirst time on the market in over 80 celebrated years. Poised behind a picket fence on a northerly patch of 503m2 freehold turf, is a 1920’s character bungalow etched with timeless window leadlights plus many other original features that uphold the tradition of this once family home. Sitting north of Meola Rd, the potential to improve and profit cannot be under estimated in this sought after suburb dotted with a wide range of wonderful, character family homes. Schools, cafes, parks and the beach are all within walking distance, public transport is nearby. A passion for the past, then you need to inspect today as this home is looking for someone creative, perhaps a family that can restore and modernise this beauty back to its former glory.

Auction: 1:30pm 20 August 2014 at 34

Shortland St, City (unless sold prior)

View: Open Homes Sat/Sun 1.00-1.45pm

www.barfoot.co.nz/524175

Dee HuxtableM 0272 859 961 A/H 09 849 5272

E [email protected]

Pt Chevalier 09 845 5906


Custom Residential Ltd - Licensed REAA 2008

Phone 09 360 4860 Web customresidential.co.nz Office Cnr Great North Road and Bond Streets, Grey Lynn

Keith and Sandy Dowdle021 877 905 | 021 877 [email protected]

AUCTION On Site Sunday 24th August at 12.30 pm

(unless sold prior)

VIEW Sat & Sun 12 - 12.30 pm & Wed 12 - 12.30 & 5.30 - 6 pm

WEB www.customresidential.co.nz/CR5444

DREAM WEAVER

Calling Creatives... this iconic property is the stuff dreams are made of. One of those ‘blue moon’ opportunities.

The 3 components provide plenty of options. A character shop, attached to the 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home behind yet separate in its own right plus a large studio/workshop space, now a cutting and machine room but formerly a busy bakery. The options provided here are limited only by your capacity to visualise your schemes.

The remainder of the 829m² (Residential 6A) site allows for off-street parking for up to 8 cars and is enhanced with ‘Kiwi-Nesia’ planting and landscaping.

This truly unique property is stunning. It’s time for you to wake up.

The time for dreaming is over. This is reality and it could all be yours.

ROYAL OAK 592 Mt Albert Road

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HERNE BAY

Entry Level Herne BayThis trendy home is an ideal way to step into this prestigious neighbourhood. Plenty of potential awaits astute buyers and

investors, as there are several options within these walls. Situated on an excellent street, only minutes away from the

beach and Pt Erin Park and pool complex, the environment is quiet, friendly and relaxing. This home features a

downstairs area, which is lockable from the main house. With a handy kitchenette, bedroom and lounge, this could be

used as an office or let separately or incorporate it into the main house and take advantage of the extra space it

provides. Upstairs a large lounge and kitchen/dining with breakfast bar, two bedrooms and bathroom make for a very

easy living for busy people. Postcard perfect, the garden is completely maintenance free - there is grass but you won´t

need a lawnmower. What could be more perfect for enjoying all the benefits of Herne Bay´s northern slopes - short stroll

to cafes, restaurants and designer stores of popular Jervois and Ponsonby Road.

Add to this a double garage plus off street parking and make life simple!

30A Hamilton Road

Price by Negotiation View Sat/Sun 12.30pm - 1pm

www.bayleys.co.nz/1670055

Robyn FrykbergM 021 707 529

B 09 375 8494

[email protected] REAL ESTATE LTD, PONSONBY, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

Peter TannerM 021 379 379

B 09 375 8494

[email protected] REAL ESTATE LTD, PONSONBY, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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POINT CHEVALIER

Character, Location and Potential!Raymond Street is a quiet, family friendly street situated a stones throw from the Waitemata Harbour in the coveted

’North of Meola Road’ region of Point Chevalier. Offered for sale for the first time, this original three bedroom character

Bungalow on its own 387m² site will respond well to extension, updating and perhaps elevation to seek out water views.

The home is sunny and liveable which means you can draw up plans whilst enjoying what the location has to offer.

Children and pets are well catered for with the beach a stroll away, numerous reserves in the local vicinity and zoning for

popular Point Chevalier Primary School.

Maximise the potential here and secure your family’s future in one of Point Chevalier’s best streets!

16 Raymond Street

Deadline Sale 2pm,

Wednesday 20 August 2014 (unless sold prior)

222 Pt Chevalier Road, Point Chevalier

View Sat/Sun 1pm - 1.45pm

Ben MeiringM 021 708 083

B 09 815 3059

[email protected] REAL ESTATE LTD, PT CHEVALIER LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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HERNE BAY

The Art of Fine LivingWith its sunny aspect and welcoming ambience, this quality four bedroom contemporary home is sheer delight to live in.

An effortless flow from living areas, featuring polished timber floors, to a low-maintenance, private garden makes

entertaining easy. Radiant gas hot water heating under concrete span floors ensures constant winter warmth and

designer touches like the sculptured copper door lift it well beyond the ordinary. As do extra generous bedrooms

including an ensuited room beside three car garaging (plus workshop and storage), the perfect home office.

Moments to Herne Bay Beach, Jervois Road and Ponsonby.

42 Argyle Street

Auction 2pm, Wed 20 Aug 2014 (unless sold prior)

4 Viaduct Harbour Ave, Auckland

View Sun 1-1.45pm or by appointment

Karen Spires AREINZM 027 273 8220B 09 375 [email protected] REAL ESTATE LTD, PONSONBY, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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Sophisticated EleganceWalk in, pop the cork and relax. This spacious, updated four bedroom villa has been finished to perfection by its

designer owner. Her touches ensure nothing else to do. It´s efficient, practical, immaculate and gorgeous! A grand living

area - a gallery for your art - has five metre high gables and a stunning dark marble kitchen with Blum fittings that give

access at the lightest touch. It´s easy to keep things organised in the massive scullery. Bifold doors integrate the living

with a landscaped garden where subtle lighting and a water feature add stunning effects. The luxurious master bedroom

suite has a fitted dressing room, ensuite and a second bathroom adds a bath. Double garaging a bonus, a stroll to the

beach, Jervois Road and moments to the CBD.

Perfect home - perfect life.

43 Lawrence Street

Auction 2pm, Wed 20 Aug 2014 (unless sold prior)


View Sun 12-12.45pm or by appointment


Karen Spires AREINZM 027 273 8220B 09 375 [email protected] REAL ESTATE LTD, PONSONBY, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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HERNE BAY

Entry Level Herne Bay AvenuesIf location is important to you here is a chance to secure entry into one of Auckland’s most desirable areas. Set on

approximately 523m² of fee-simple land, this three bedroom, two bathroom (master ensuite) brick and tile duplex offers

many options. The modern interior, fully fenced lawn and space for three cars mean living here is currently easy. The

large site tantalisingly invites future extension to create a dream home in the heart of it all. The many reasons this

location is sought after include nearby Jervois Road with great restaurants, cafes and boutiques, easy access to public

transport and the food stores on Richmond Road. Bayfield Primary and Ponsonby Intermediate are your local schools.

Don´t leave it too late, get into this suburb while you still can!

68 Kelmarna Avenue

Auction 2pm, Wednesday 13 August 2014 (unless sold prior),


View Sun 12pm - 12.45pm


Ben MeiringM 021 708 083B 09 815 [email protected] REAL ESTATE LTD, PT CHEV, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

HERNE BAY 87 Marine Parade

Price by Negotiation View Sun 2pm-2.45pm


Robyn FrykbergM 021 707 529

B 09 375 8494

[email protected]

Peter TannerM 021 379 379

B 09 375 8494

[email protected]

Immaculate and beautifully presented Herne Bay villa. Once you walk

in the front door you will be greeted by charm and style. Spread over

two levels with an internal area of approx. 300m² - The main level

comprises kitchen with open plan dining/living flowing onto west-

facing deck and sun filled garden. Dark wooden floors, light walls,

high stud and wooden shutters give it a homely inviting feel. Also on

this level, master bedroom with ensuite, double bedroom, main

bathroom and an open plan study. On the lower level a further two

bedrooms, bathroom and living area which opens out to a flat private

garden. With double internal garaging and off-street parking, this

makes it the perfect family villa in one of Herne Bay’s best streets. BAYLEYS REAL ESTATE LTD, PONSONBY, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

PONSONBYNexus Apartments Crn Crummer & Pollen Sts

Asking Price Blair HaddowM 021 544 555

[email protected]

Connected LivingWorth serious consideration, NEXUS apartments are unique in

Auckland´s developing landscape. This inspiring block is

contemporary and simple, yet luxurious, created in a village-like

community in the hub of Auckland´s cosmopolitan Ponsonby.

Designed by award-winning architect Andre Hodgskin of ARCHITEX,

sustainability is at the heart of NEXUS, a superior boutique collection

of 16 stylish apartments with 50% sold already. This enviable block

is worthy of genuine interest from buyers seeking easy city living in a

desirable location. From $459,000.

Contact me for more information - www.nexusapartments.co.nz

BAYLEYS REAL ESTATE LTD,LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.


Grey Lynn 625 Great North Road

This high profile strategically located proposition will appeal to astute investors. Premium position B2 zoned at the top

of Chinamans Hill. The property comprises of 434 m2 of land and has a solid 1940´s Art Deco home which is ideal as a

residential tenancy or commercial office. The property is a key location for future development and would be a very

sound investment.

Without a doubt a rare offering not to be missed.

Current council zoning provides for a wide range of commercial uses.

rwmtalbert.co.nz/MAB20699

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Auction6.00pm, Tuesday 19 August 2014

In Rooms - Ray White Royal Oak Auction Rooms, 691

Manukau Road, Royal Oak

(unless sold prior)

View Sunday 2.00-2.30pm

Ross Harvey

021 190 1948

[email protected]

Cherryl Dennis

021 790 400

[email protected]

LICENSED (REAA 2008) MREINZ

Auction6.00pm, Tuesday 19 August 2014

In Rooms - Ray White Royal Oak Auction Rooms, 691

Manukau Road, Royal Oak

(unless sold prior)

View Sunday 2.00-2.30pm

Ross Harvey

021 190 1948

[email protected]

Cherryl Dennis

021 790 400

[email protected]

LICENSED (REAA 2008) MREINZ

Grey Lynn 40 Sefton Avenue

Wow, what an opportunity! Perched up high with extraordinary views to the west and 654 sqm (approx) of

land to play with, here’s your chance to leave your mark.

Very original and on the market for the first time in 27 years, this property is ripe for a make over. Situated in one of

Auckland’s best suburbs and with easy access to transport links, the location is superb. This stunning section with

glorious vistas has all the potential to create a dream home. It’s over to you...

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Auction6.30pm, 14th August 2014

422 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn

(unless sold prior)

View Sat/Sun 3-3.30pm

www.rwponsonby.co.nz/PON22071

George Passmore

021 595 586 09 376 2186

[email protected]

LICENSED (REAA 2008)

Auction6.30pm, 14th August 2014

422 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn

(unless sold prior)

View Sat/Sun 3-3.30pm

rwponsonby.co.nz/PON22071

George Passmore

021 595 586 09 376 2186

[email protected]



Sandringham 17 Ward Terrace

You’ll be swept off your feet by the romantic charms of this splendid early 20th century villa. This is a family home to fall

in love with and we can’t wait to show you through.

Not only big on charm, this 220m2 home is most definitely big on accommodation. Generous living areas will thrill

families looking for space to spread out, with fabulous formal and relaxed spaces.

Outdoor gatherings are effortless on the sizeable deck which enjoys good flow from the charming kitchen. The

awesome sandpit is going to be such a bonus for some lucky new children to discover. Opportunities like this rarely last

long and you’re going to fall ’Head Over Heels’ here very quickly - make sure it’s on your viewing list this weekend!

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By NegotiationView at advertised open home times

www.thelocals.co.nz/KGL21694

Ruth Hawes

021 482 797 09 815 4012

[email protected]

Tim Hawes

021 482 601 09 815 4016

[email protected]



thelocals.co.nz/KGL21694

Ruth Hawes

021 482 797 09 815 4012

[email protected]

Tim Hawes

021 482 601 09 815 4016

[email protected]


Sandringham 17 Tranmere Road

It’s been a while since we’ve had one of these - the ideal combination of renovation potential and live-ability is waiting

here with so many other appealing features thrown into the mix. Perfectly positioned on a level sunny grounds of

613m2, you’ve got all the ingredients you need to create the very best of family homes here.

Three double bedrooms, each with built in storage, open off the hall along with the inviting open plan lounge. A tidy

kitchen and separate dining/family room open to decks where the sun-filled and sizeable back garden awaits. There’s

huge scope to add value with landscaping here and even room for a pool!

The feel good factor is most certainly alive and well at No 17 and some owner occupier inspiration will only enhance it.

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Ruth Hawes

021 482 797 09 815 4012

[email protected]

Tim Hawes

021 482 601 09 815 4016

[email protected]




Ruth Hawes

021 482 797 09 815 4012

[email protected]

Tim Hawes

021 482 601 09 815 4016

[email protected]



Western Springs 31 Finch Street

Enjoy the best of both worlds here as 1920s bungalow charm meets 21st century style and functionality in a winning

mix of all the right ingredients - picturesque sun drenched garden oasis, four double bedrooms, fabulous open plan

living extension, desirable location in one of the Springs most sought-after streets, master bedroom with ensuite and

generous wardrobes, tiled family bathroom with under floor heating, entertainers kitchen and easy off street parking

with a carport and single garage. Not to mention all the pleasures right on your doorstep just waiting to be enjoyed in

this awesome neighbourhood - amazing coffee at Crave, delectable dining at Sake 601 and Tiffin or stroll a few minutes

up the road for even more choice in Kingsland.

Shaken or stirred, the result is the same - a scrumptious Springs offering you and the family need to see ASAP.

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Ruth Hawes

021 482 797 09 815 4012

[email protected]

Tim Hawes

021 482 601 09 815 4016

[email protected]




Ruth Hawes

021 482 797 09 815 4012

[email protected]

Tim Hawes

021 482 601 09 815 4016

[email protected]



Kingsland 18 Fourth Avenue

A renovated four bedroom, two bathroom home in the Kingsland avenues for sale is certainly something to get you

smiling. So few homes of this size and calibre become available in our neighbourhood each year - you’ll need to inspect

this one ASAP! Set on landscaped grounds of 420m2 this elevated villa enjoyed a complete makeover around 8 years

ago with an extension and a basement development.

Open plan living spaces spill through bifold doors to a pretty and ever so surprisingly peaceful back garden where

fabulous outdoor entertaining awaits. Two double bedrooms and a tiled bathroom are housed upstairs with a second

bathroom and two more double bedrooms below - one with its own with separate access, perfect for a home office,

extended families or flatmates. We know this one is going to get you excited - visit us this weekend at No 18!

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Ruth Hawes

021 482 797 09 815 4012

[email protected]

Tim Hawes

021 482 601 09 815 4016

[email protected]




Ruth Hawes

021 482 797 09 815 4012

[email protected]

Tim Hawes

021 482 601 09 815 4016

[email protected]


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